Valmont Industries Inc (VMI)vsWestinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp (WAB)
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$510.55
+0.27%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.88B
WAB
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
$265.71
+0.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $45.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp generates 176% more annual revenue ($11.51B vs $4.16B). WAB leads profitability with a 10.5% profit margin vs 8.9%. WAB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.37. WAB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
VMI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
WAB
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-71.5%
Fair Value
$278.61
Current Price
$510.55
$231.94 premium
Margin of Safety
+16.1%
Fair Value
$303.40
Current Price
$265.71
$37.69 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WAB
Revenue growth of 13.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : VMI
The primary concerns for VMI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WAB
The primary concerns for WAB are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
WAB is growing revenue faster at 13.0% — sustainability is the question.
WAB generates stronger free cash flow (153M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WAB scores higher overall (64/100 vs 60/100) and 13.0% 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.
Valmont Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Valmont Industries, Inc. produces and sells metal products manufactured in the United States, Australia, Denmark, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
Wabtec Corporation (derived from Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation) is an American company formed by the merger of the Westinghouse Air Brake Company (WABCO) and MotivePower Industries Corporation in 1999. It is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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