Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsRegal Beloit Corporation (RRX)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$921.56
-0.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $116.70B
RRX
Regal Beloit Corporation
$195.13
+2.98%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 245% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $5.93B). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 4.7%. RRX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.65. RRX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
RRX
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-435.1%
Fair Value
$186.12
Current Price
$921.56
$735.44 premium
Margin of Safety
-13.7%
Fair Value
$197.03
Current Price
$195.13
$1.90 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%
Earnings expanding 54.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.3% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.3% — below average capital efficiency
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 : RRX
The strongest argument for RRX centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : RRX
The primary concerns for RRX are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 45.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while RRX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RRX scores higher overall (57/100 vs 54/100). 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.
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.
Regal Beloit Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Regal Beloit Corporation designs, manufactures and sells electric motors, electric motion controls, and power generation and transmission products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Beloit, Wisconsin.
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