On the stock market since 1973, it operates in the world of heavy industry. It has 6,300 employees. Now — the numbers.
This is an established company with proven profits.
The biggest line carries real weight, but it doesn’t decide everything on its own.
Average growth of 6% a year over the last 4 years. Red columns mark years that ended in a loss.
The gap is $625.5M. In times of high interest rates, a gap like that can squeeze a company.
We compared this company with its own sector across five subjects.
A score of 50 means class average.
Clearly below the class average.
Clearly below the class average.
The price looks reasonable next to what the company earns.
Clearly below the class average.
The stock has been running stronger than the market lately.
Growth: Sales growth trails the sector average.
Financial Strength: The cash-and-debt balance is thin; the buffer for hard times is slim.
The stock trades near its peak today. For long-term holders the ride has paid off so far — though past performance guarantees nothing about the future.
The average analyst price target is $45.00 — 18% above today’s price.
It pays out $0.50 per share each year — regular cash for whoever holds the stock.
Over the last 3 years, sales grew only 2% a year on average. At this size, speeding back up is not easy.
The growth engine is running at low revs right now. Report-card grade: 16/100.
The balance sheet offers little cushion against a rough stretch. Report-card grade: 19/100.
On our five-subject report card, PKOH sits in the middle of the class: some subjects shine, others don’t. The grade moves as the numbers move.
The takeaway: PKOH is an established business that has proven its profits for years. The real debate here isn’t the price — it’s whether the company can keep up this pace.