Terex Corporation (TEX)vsZTO Express (Cayman) Inc (ZTO)
TEX
Terex Corporation
$68.16
-3.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.52B
ZTO
ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc
$23.08
-1.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $17.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc generates 769% more annual revenue ($51.49B vs $5.93B). ZTO leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 1.9%. ZTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.22. ZTO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
TEX
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
ZTO
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TEX.
Margin of Safety
+64.4%
Fair Value
$69.95
Current Price
$23.08
$46.87 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 41.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 22.0% year-over-year
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TEX
The strongest argument for TEX centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 41.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ZTO
The strongest argument for ZTO centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.9% and operating margin at 19.2%. Revenue growth of 22.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : TEX
The primary concerns for TEX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : ZTO
No major red flags identified for ZTO, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TEX profiles as a hypergrowth stock while ZTO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — expect wider price swings.
TEX is growing revenue faster at 41.1% — sustainability is the question.
ZTO generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ZTO scores higher overall (70/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 17.9% margins and 22.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Terex Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Terex Corporation manufactures and sells aerial work platforms and materials processing machinery worldwide. The company is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.
ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · China
ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc. provides express delivery and other value-added logistics services in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
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