Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsQXO, Inc. (QXO)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$882.34
+1.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $105.45B
QXO
QXO, Inc.
$15.76
-2.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 145% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $8.56B). PH leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs -6.0%. QXO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.16. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
QXO
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 12716.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.6% and operating margin at 21.5%. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : QXO
The strongest argument for QXO centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 12716.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : QXO
The primary concerns for QXO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while QXO is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
QXO carries more volatility with a beta of 2.20 — expect wider price swings.
QXO is growing revenue faster at 12716.0% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (55/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 16.6% margins and 10.6% revenue growth. 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.
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Parker-Hannifin Corporation, originally Parker Appliance Company, usually referred to as just Parker, is an American corporation specializing in motion and control technologies. Its corporate headquarters are in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, in Greater Cleveland.
QXO, Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
QXO, Inc. is a business application, technology, and consulting company in North America. The company is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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