Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsUnited Rentals Inc (URI)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$947.50
-1.53%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $122.99B
URI
United Rentals Inc
$952.13
-1.10%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $61.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 25% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $16.36B). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 15.3%. URI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. URI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
URI
Buy64
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%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%
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
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
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 : URI
The strongest argument for URI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 23.1%.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : URI
The primary concerns for URI are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
URI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
URI scores higher overall (64/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins. 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.
United Rentals Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI) is the world's largest equipment rental company, with about 13 percent of the North American market share as of 2019.
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