Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsTerex Corporation (TEX)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$968.60
+1.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $115.86B
TEX
Terex Corporation
$74.58
-3.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 254% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $5.93B). PH leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs 1.9%. TEX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.03. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
TEX
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Revenue surging 41.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
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 : TEX
The strongest argument for TEX centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 41.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TEX
The primary concerns for TEX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while TEX is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — expect wider price swings.
TEX is growing revenue faster at 41.1% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (55/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 16.6% margins and 10.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Terex Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Terex Corporation manufactures and sells aerial work platforms and materials processing machinery worldwide. The company is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.
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