Alta Equipment Group Inc (ALTG)vsFerguson Plc (FERG)
ALTG
Alta Equipment Group Inc
$5.88
+2.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $187.18M
FERG
Ferguson Plc
$222.54
+0.71%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $44.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ferguson Plc generates 1630% more annual revenue ($31.45B vs $1.82B). FERG leads profitability with a 6.3% profit margin vs -4.4%. FERG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ALTG
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
FERG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+49.3%
Fair Value
$13.69
Current Price
$5.88
$7.81 discount
Margin of Safety
-79.2%
Fair Value
$149.16
Current Price
$222.54
$73.38 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 45.4% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.5%
ROE of -570.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 1.2%
4.6% revenue growth
6.3% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALTG
The strongest argument for ALTG centers on Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : FERG
The strongest argument for FERG centers on Return on Equity. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ALTG
The primary concerns for ALTG are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : FERG
The primary concerns for FERG are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALTG profiles as a turnaround stock while FERG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALTG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.70 — expect wider price swings.
FERG is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
ALTG generates stronger free cash flow (2M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FERG scores higher overall (59/100 vs 37/100). ALTG offers better value entry with a 49.3% margin of safety. 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.
Alta Equipment Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Alta Equipment Group Inc. owns and operates integrated equipment distribution platforms in the United States. The company is headquartered in Livonia, Michigan.
Visit Website →Ferguson Plc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Ferguson plc distributes plumbing and heating products in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Central Europe. The company is headquartered in Wokingham, the United Kingdom.
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