Penske Automotive Group Inc (PAG)vsThermo Fisher Scientific Inc (TMO)
PAG
Penske Automotive Group Inc
$173.81
+1.28%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $11.16B
TMO
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc
$465.00
-1.99%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $176.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc generates 42% more annual revenue ($45.20B vs $31.72B). TMO leads profitability with a 15.1% profit margin vs 2.9%. TMO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.56. TMO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
PAG
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
TMO
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1.7%
Fair Value
$170.26
Current Price
$173.81
$3.55 premium
Margin of Safety
-13.7%
Fair Value
$408.97
Current Price
$465.00
$56.03 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PAG
The strongest argument for PAG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : TMO
The strongest argument for TMO centers on Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.1% and operating margin at 17.9%.
Bear Case : PAG
The primary concerns for PAG are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TMO
The primary concerns for TMO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PAG profiles as a value stock while TMO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PAG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
TMO is growing revenue faster at 6.2% — sustainability is the question.
TMO generates stronger free cash flow (816M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TMO scores higher overall (62/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 15.1% margins. 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.
Penske Automotive Group Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Penske Automotive Group, Inc., a diversified transportation services company, operates commercial and automotive truck dealerships. The company is headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.
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HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an American provisioner of scientific instrumentation, reagents and consumables, and software and services to healthcare, life science, and other laboratories in academia, government, and industry (including in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors). Based in Waltham, Massachusetts, Thermo Fisher was created in 2006 by the merger of Thermo Electron and Fisher Scientific, to form a company with US$ 9 billion in combined revenues.
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