Terex Corporation (TEX)vsZurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation (ZWS)
TEX
Terex Corporation
$68.70
-3.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.52B
ZWS
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
$49.01
-0.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Terex Corporation generates 241% more annual revenue ($5.93B vs $1.74B). ZWS leads profitability with a 12.3% profit margin vs 1.9%. ZWS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.76. ZWS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
TEX
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
ZWS
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TEX.
Margin of Safety
-8.6%
Fair Value
$47.45
Current Price
$49.01
$1.56 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 41.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 37.2% YoY
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : ZWS
The strongest argument for ZWS centers on EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.4% 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 : ZWS
The primary concerns for ZWS are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TEX profiles as a hypergrowth stock while ZWS is a value 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.
ZWS generates stronger free cash flow (43M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ZWS scores higher overall (59/100 vs 50/100) and 11.4% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
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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