Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$878.83
-0.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $111.82B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$71.96
-1.36%
ENERGY · Cap: $89.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 73% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $12.11B). WMB leads profitability with a 23.1% profit margin vs 16.6%. WMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.48. WMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
WMB
Buy65
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 25 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Strong operational efficiency at 33.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 25.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : WMB
The strongest argument for WMB centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.1% and operating margin at 33.6%.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WMB
The primary concerns for WMB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WMB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 23.1% 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.
Williams Companies Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
The Williams Companies, Inc., is an American energy company based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Its core business is natural gas processing and transportation, with additional petroleum and electricity generation assets.
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