Oshkosh Corporation (OSK)vsWaste Connections Inc (WCN)
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$142.82
-6.35%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.96B
WCN
Waste Connections Inc
$172.81
+2.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $43.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 9% more annual revenue ($10.43B vs $9.61B). WCN leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs 5.5%. WCN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.71. WCN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
OSK
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
WCN
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OSK.
Margin of Safety
-10.9%
Fair Value
$154.75
Current Price
$172.81
$18.06 premium
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
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : WCN
WCN has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : WCN
The primary concerns for WCN are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 42.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
WCN is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — sustainability is the question.
WCN generates stronger free cash flow (437M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
OSK scores higher overall (47/100 vs 47/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Waste Connections Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Waste Connections, Inc. provides waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Vaughan, Canada.
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