RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)vsStanley Black & Decker Inc (SWK)
RBC
RBC Bearings Incorporated
$590.09
+0.06%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $20.22B
SWK
Stanley Black & Decker Inc
$78.48
-1.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Stanley Black & Decker Inc generates 714% more annual revenue ($15.23B vs $1.87B). RBC leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs 2.4%. SWK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. RBC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
RBC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
SWK
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RBC.
Margin of Safety
+10.4%
Fair Value
$101.06
Current Price
$78.48
$22.58 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
18.3% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 25.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.7% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 4.1% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RBC
The strongest argument for RBC centers on Debt/Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.4% and operating margin at 25.5%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SWK
The strongest argument for SWK centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : RBC
The primary concerns for RBC are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 70.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SWK
The primary concerns for SWK are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Thin 2.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RBC profiles as a growth stock while SWK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
RBC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
RBC is growing revenue faster at 18.3% — sustainability is the question.
RBC generates stronger free cash flow (68M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RBC scores higher overall (60/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 18.3% 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.
RBC Bearings Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · TOOLS & ACCESSORIES · USA
Regal Beloit Corporation designs, manufactures and sells electric motors, electric motion controls, and power generation and transmission products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Beloit, Wisconsin.
Stanley Black & Decker Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TOOLS & ACCESSORIES · USA
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., formerly known as The Stanley Works, is a Fortune 500 American manufacturer of industrial tools and household hardware and provider of security products. Headquartered in the greater Hartford city of New Britain, Connecticut, Stanley Black & Decker is the result of the merger of Stanley Works and Black & Decker on March 12, 2010.
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