Oshkosh Corporation (OSK)vsVeralto Corporation (VLTO)
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$142.82
-6.35%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.96B
VLTO
Veralto Corporation
$98.83
+0.37%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $24.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 86% more annual revenue ($10.43B vs $5.59B). VLTO leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 5.5%. VLTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.77. VLTO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
OSK
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
VLTO
Buy62
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
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.8%
Areas to Watch
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 8.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : VLTO
The strongest argument for VLTO centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 23.8%.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : VLTO
The primary concerns for VLTO are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK profiles as a value stock while VLTO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
VLTO is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
VLTO generates stronger free cash flow (170M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VLTO scores higher overall (62/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 17.3% 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.
Veralto Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Veralto Corporation provides water supply services.
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