Oshkosh Corporation (OSK)vsWatsco Inc (WSO)
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$137.93
+2.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.84B
WSO
Watsco Inc
$290.83
-3.39%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 46% more annual revenue ($10.61B vs $7.28B). WSO leads profitability with a 6.5% profit margin vs 5.2%. WSO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.20. WSO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
OSK
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
WSO
Buy54
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.6%
Moderate valuation
2.1% revenue growth
6.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : WSO
The strongest argument for WSO centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WSO
The primary concerns for WSO are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
OSK is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
OSK generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WSO scores higher overall (54/100 vs 52/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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.
Watsco Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Watsco, Inc. distributes air conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment; and related parts and supplies in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. The company is headquartered in Miami, Florida.
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