PACCAR Inc (PCAR)vsPowell Industries Inc (POWL)
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$133.76
-0.08%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $69.00B
POWL
Powell Industries Inc
$186.39
-7.27%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 2354% more annual revenue ($27.78B vs $1.13B). POWL leads profitability with a 16.5% profit margin vs 8.9%. PCAR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. PCAR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
PCAR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
POWL
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-62.2%
Fair Value
$85.20
Current Price
$133.76
$48.56 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for POWL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 8.9%
Trading at 9.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 1.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : POWL
The strongest argument for POWL centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.5% and operating margin at 19.4%.
Bear Case : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : POWL
The primary concerns for POWL are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PCAR profiles as a value stock while POWL is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
POWL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
POWL is growing revenue faster at 6.5% — sustainability is the question.
PCAR generates stronger free cash flow (825M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PCAR 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.
PACCAR Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
PACCAR Inc is an American Fortune 500 company and counts among the largest manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the world. PACCAR is engaged in the design, manufacture and customer support of light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, Leyland Trucks, and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures powertrains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
Powell Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Powell Industries, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, sells, and services custom-designed equipment and systems for the distribution, control, and monitoring of electrical power. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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