Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsConstruction Partners Inc (ROAD)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$947.50
-1.53%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.59B
ROAD
Construction Partners Inc
$115.35
-1.48%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 569% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $3.06B). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 4.0%. ROAD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. ROAD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
ROAD
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PH.
Margin of Safety
-13.2%
Fair Value
$118.60
Current Price
$115.35
$3.25 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 80.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.0% margin — thin
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 17.3% and operating margin at 21.7%.
Bull Case : ROAD
The strongest argument for ROAD centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : ROAD
The primary concerns for ROAD are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. A P/E of 52.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while ROAD is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
ROAD is growing revenue faster at 44.1% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ROAD scores higher overall (58/100 vs 54/100) and 44.1% 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.
Construction Partners Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Construction Partners, Inc., a civil infrastructure company, is engaged in the construction and maintenance of highways in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The company is headquartered in Dothan, Alabama.
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