Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsStandex International Corporation (SXI)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$921.56
-0.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $116.70B
SXI
Standex International Corporation
$260.07
+0.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 2256% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $868.58M). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 6.2%. SXI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.95. SXI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
SXI
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
-25.5%
Fair Value
$209.20
Current Price
$260.07
$50.87 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 661.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 26.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
6.2% margin — thin
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 17.3% and operating margin at 21.7%.
Bull Case : SXI
The strongest argument for SXI centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.95 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SXI
The primary concerns for SXI are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 58.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while SXI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
SXI is growing revenue faster at 26.6% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SXI scores higher overall (66/100 vs 54/100) and 26.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Standex International Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Standex International Corporation manufactures and sells various products and services for the commercial and industrial markets in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Salem, New Hampshire.
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