Valmont Industries Inc (VMI)vsWestinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp (WAB)
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$406.39
+0.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.94B
WAB
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
$248.32
+1.10%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $41.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp generates 172% more annual revenue ($11.17B vs $4.10B). WAB leads profitability with a 10.5% profit margin vs 8.5%. WAB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.37. VMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
VMI
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
WAB
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+39.1%
Fair Value
$785.30
Current Price
$406.39
$378.91 discount
Margin of Safety
-447.9%
Fair Value
$46.44
Current Price
$248.32
$201.88 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 135.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 3.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : WAB
Revenue growth of 14.8% 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, Revenue Growth, 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 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
WAB is growing revenue faster at 14.8% — sustainability is the question.
WAB generates stronger free cash flow (870M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
VMI scores higher overall (63/100 vs 58/100). 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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