Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsTranscat Inc (TRNS)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$909.42
-4.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.59B
TRNS
Transcat Inc
$76.10
+2.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $706.26M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 6300% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $319.69M). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 2.5%. PH trades at a lower P/E of 34.6x. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TRNS
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PH.
Margin of Safety
-66.3%
Fair Value
$46.96
Current Price
$76.10
$29.14 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%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.7% — below average capital efficiency
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.0%
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 : TRNS
The strongest argument for TRNS centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TRNS
The primary concerns for TRNS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 89.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while TRNS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
TRNS is growing revenue faster at 25.6% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (54/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins. 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.
Transcat Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Transcat, Inc. provides laboratory instrument and calibration services in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rochester, New York.
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