Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsWatts Water Technologies Inc (WTS)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$921.56
-0.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $116.70B
WTS
Watts Water Technologies Inc
$297.79
-0.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 739% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $2.44B). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 14.0%. WTS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.08. WTS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
WTS
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-435.1%
Fair Value
$186.12
Current Price
$921.56
$735.44 premium
Margin of Safety
+31.9%
Fair Value
$462.26
Current Price
$297.79
$164.47 discount
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%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
15.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 23.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : WTS
The strongest argument for WTS centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WTS
The primary concerns for WTS are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while WTS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WTS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
WTS is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WTS scores higher overall (58/100 vs 54/100) and 15.7% 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.
Watts Water Technologies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Watts Water Technologies, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells products and systems that manage and conserve the flow of fluids and energy to, through and from buildings in the commercial and residential markets of the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa. . The company is headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts.
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