Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$878.83
-0.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $111.82B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$355.13
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 457% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $3.77B). PH leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs 11.9%. WAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
WAT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PH.
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$201.83
Current Price
$355.13
$153.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
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 16.6% and operating margin at 21.5%. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while WAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.5% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (55/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 16.6% margins and 10.6% 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.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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