Oshkosh Corporation (OSK)vsWillis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC)
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$130.53
-1.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.42B
WLFC
Willis Lease Finance Corporation
$183.96
+3.65%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 1284% more annual revenue ($10.43B vs $753.47M). WLFC leads profitability with a 16.2% profit margin vs 5.5%. WLFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. WLFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
OSK
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
WLFC
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 37.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 24.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 47.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : WLFC
The strongest argument for WLFC centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.2% and operating margin at 37.3%. Revenue growth of 24.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : WLFC
The primary concerns for WLFC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 3.25 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK profiles as a value stock while WLFC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
WLFC is growing revenue faster at 24.6% — sustainability is the question.
WLFC generates stronger free cash flow (-4M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WLFC scores higher overall (76/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 16.2% margins and 24.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Willis Lease Finance Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
Willis Lease Finance Corporation is a global lessor and manager of commercial aircraft and aircraft engines. The company is headquartered in Coconut Creek, Florida.
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