Oshkosh Corporation (OSK)vsUnited Rentals Inc (URI)
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$130.53
-1.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.42B
URI
United Rentals Inc
$1,067.77
-1.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $62.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Rentals Inc generates 57% more annual revenue ($16.36B vs $10.43B). URI leads profitability with a 15.3% profit margin vs 5.5%. URI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.65. URI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
OSK
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
URI
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%
Areas to Watch
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : URI
The strongest argument for URI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 23.1%.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : URI
The primary concerns for URI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK profiles as a value stock while URI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
URI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
URI is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
URI generates stronger free cash flow (681M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
URI scores higher overall (64/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Oshkosh Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Oshkosh Corporation designs, manufactures and markets specialty vehicles and bodies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
United Rentals Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI) is the world's largest equipment rental company, with about 13 percent of the North American market share as of 2019.
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