Advanced Energy Industries Inc (AEIS)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
AEIS
Advanced Energy Industries Inc
$310.76
-0.75%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.45B
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$243.35
-1.92%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc generates 71% more annual revenue ($3.07B vs $1.80B). WST leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs 8.3%. AEIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.77. WST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
AEIS
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
WST
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-847.4%
Fair Value
$32.59
Current Price
$310.76
$278.17 premium
Margin of Safety
-256.8%
Fair Value
$68.99
Current Price
$243.35
$174.36 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
17.8% revenue growth
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.6x book value
1.0% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AEIS
The strongest argument for AEIS centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WST
The strongest argument for WST centers on Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 21.6%.
Bear Case : AEIS
The primary concerns for AEIS are Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 91.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WST
The primary concerns for WST are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEIS profiles as a growth stock while WST is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
AEIS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
AEIS is growing revenue faster at 17.8% — sustainability is the question.
WST generates stronger free cash flow (175M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WST scores higher overall (55/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Advanced Energy Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures, sells and supports precision energy conversion, measurement and control solutions globally. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of injectable pharmaceutical packaging and delivery systems. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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