Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsWillis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$909.42
-4.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.59B
WLFC
Willis Lease Finance Corporation
$194.15
+4.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 2759% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $715.77M). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 15.9%. WLFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. WLFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
WLFC
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%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.6%
Revenue surging 27.8% 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
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 45.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : WLFC
The strongest argument for WLFC centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.9% and operating margin at 27.6%. Revenue growth of 27.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WLFC
The primary concerns for WLFC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.14 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while WLFC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
WLFC is growing revenue faster at 27.8% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WLFC scores higher overall (64/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 15.9% margins and 27.8% 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.
Willis Lease Finance Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
Willis Lease Finance Corporation is a global lessor and manager of commercial aircraft and aircraft engines. The company is headquartered in Coconut Creek, Florida.
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