Contrasting Indutrade AB (publ) (OTCMKTS:IDDWF) and BlueLinx (NYSE:BXC)

BlueLinx (NYSE:BXCGet Free Report) and Indutrade AB (publ) (OTCMKTS:IDDWFGet Free Report) are both industrials companies, but which is the superior stock? We will compare the two companies based on the strength of their profitability, valuation, risk, analyst recommendations, earnings, dividends and institutional ownership.

Earnings and Valuation

This table compares BlueLinx and Indutrade AB (publ)”s gross revenue, earnings per share and valuation.

Gross Revenue Price/Sales Ratio Net Income Earnings Per Share Price/Earnings Ratio
BlueLinx $3.02 billion 0.31 $48.54 million $5.33 20.06
Indutrade AB (publ) N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

BlueLinx has higher revenue and earnings than Indutrade AB (publ).

Institutional & Insider Ownership

90.8% of BlueLinx shares are held by institutional investors. 3.4% of BlueLinx shares are held by insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that large money managers, endowments and hedge funds believe a company will outperform the market over the long term.

Analyst Recommendations

This is a summary of current recommendations for BlueLinx and Indutrade AB (publ), as reported by MarketBeat.com.

Sell Ratings Hold Ratings Buy Ratings Strong Buy Ratings Rating Score
BlueLinx 0 0 3 0 3.00
Indutrade AB (publ) 0 0 0 0 N/A

BlueLinx currently has a consensus price target of $135.67, suggesting a potential upside of 26.91%. Given BlueLinx’s higher probable upside, research analysts clearly believe BlueLinx is more favorable than Indutrade AB (publ).

Profitability

This table compares BlueLinx and Indutrade AB (publ)’s net margins, return on equity and return on assets.

Net Margins Return on Equity Return on Assets
BlueLinx 1.26% 12.14% 4.95%
Indutrade AB (publ) N/A N/A N/A

Summary

BlueLinx beats Indutrade AB (publ) on 8 of the 8 factors compared between the two stocks.

About BlueLinx

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BlueLinx Holdings Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the distribution of residential and commercial building products in the United States. It distributes specialty products, including engineered wood, siding, millwork, outdoor living, specialty lumber and panels, and industrial products; and structural products, such as lumber, plywood, oriented strand boards, rebars and remesh, as well as other wood products that are used for structural support in construction projects. It also provides various value-added services and solutions to customers and suppliers. The company serves national home centers, pro dealers, cooperatives, specialty distributors, regional and local dealers, and industrial manufacturers. BlueLinx Holdings Inc. was incorporated in 2004 and is headquartered in Marietta, Georgia.

About Indutrade AB (publ)

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Indutrade AB (publ) manufactures, develops, and sells components, systems, and services to various industries worldwide. It operates through Benelux, DACH, Finland, Flow Technology, Fluids & Mechanical Solutions, Industrial Components, Measurement & Sensor Technology, and UK segments. The company provides components and systems for controlling, measuring, monitoring, and regulating flows, as well as for industrial production and maintenance; medical technology equipment; measurement instruments and systems, sensors, control and regulating technology, and monitoring equipment; and custom-manufactured products, design solutions, aftermarket and assembly services, and customization services. In addition, it provides valves, hydraulic and industrial equipment, measurement technology, construction materials, filters, pipes and pipe systems, auto repair, tools and transmission, industrial springs, water and wastewater, lighting, chemical technology, fasteners, electronics, vehicles, energy, springs, piston rings, press work, and valve channels. Indutrade AB (publ) was incorporated in 1919 and is based in Kista, Sweden.

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