Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsSterling Construction Company Inc (STRL)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$947.50
-1.53%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.59B
STRL
Sterling Construction Company Inc
$515.62
+9.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 722% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $2.49B). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 11.7%. STRL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.36. STRL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
STRL
Buy58
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 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Revenue surging 51.5% year-over-year
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
Trading at 14.3x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 22.6%
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 : STRL
The strongest argument for STRL centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 51.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : STRL
The primary concerns for STRL are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 50.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while STRL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
STRL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
STRL is growing revenue faster at 51.5% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
STRL scores higher overall (58/100 vs 54/100) and 51.5% 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.
Sterling Construction Company Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Sterling Construction Company, Inc., a construction company, engages in residential construction, specialty services, and heavy civil activities primarily in the southern United States, the Rocky Mountain states, California, and Hawaii. The company is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas.
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