Urban Outfitters Inc (URBN)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
URBN
Urban Outfitters Inc
$71.50
+1.50%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $6.32B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$355.13
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Urban Outfitters Inc generates 64% more annual revenue ($6.17B vs $3.77B). WAT leads profitability with a 11.9% profit margin vs 7.5%. URBN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.22. URBN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
URBN
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
WAT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+17.3%
Fair Value
$85.26
Current Price
$71.50
$13.76 discount
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$201.83
Current Price
$355.13
$153.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
7.5% margin — thin
Earnings declined 17.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : URBN
The strongest argument for URBN centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.22 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : URBN
The primary concerns for URBN are Profit Margin, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
URBN profiles as a value stock while WAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
URBN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.5% — sustainability is the question.
URBN generates stronger free cash flow (217M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
URBN scores higher overall (57/100 vs 52/100) and 10.1% 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.
Urban Outfitters Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
Urban Outfitters, Inc. is engaged in the retail and wholesale of general consumer products. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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