Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsZurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation (ZWS)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$909.42
-4.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.59B
ZWS
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
$51.96
+2.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 1076% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $1.74B). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 12.3%. ZWS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.79. ZWS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
ZWS
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PH.
Margin of Safety
-0.2%
Fair Value
$51.43
Current Price
$51.96
$0.53 premium
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%
Earnings expanding 37.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 17.3% and operating margin at 21.7%.
Bull Case : ZWS
The strongest argument for ZWS centers on EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : ZWS
The primary concerns for ZWS are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while ZWS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
ZWS is growing revenue faster at 11.4% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ZWS scores higher overall (59/100 vs 54/100) and 11.4% 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.
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Zurn Water Solutions Corporation designs, acquires, manufactures, and markets water system solutions that provide and improve water quality, safety, flow control, and conservation in and around non-residential buildings. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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