Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsRentokil Initial PLC (RTO)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$878.83
-0.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $111.82B
RTO
Rentokil Initial PLC
$33.65
-1.61%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $16.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 204% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $6.91B). PH leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs 6.8%. RTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. RTO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
RTO
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PH.
Margin of Safety
-6.2%
Fair Value
$30.60
Current Price
$33.65
$3.05 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Earnings expanding 95.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
ROE of 5.4% — below average capital efficiency
6.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : RTO
The strongest argument for RTO centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.99 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : RTO
The primary concerns for RTO are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 59.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while RTO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RTO scores higher overall (57/100 vs 55/100). 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.
Rentokil Initial PLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Rentokil Initial plc offers route-based services in North America, the UK, the rest of Europe, Asia, the Pacific and internationally. The company is headquartered in Crawley, the United Kingdom.
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