Ameresco Inc (AMRC)vsQuanta Services Inc (PWR)
AMRC
Ameresco Inc
$28.46
-13.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.91B
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$719.17
+0.49%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $105.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Quanta Services Inc generates 1421% more annual revenue ($30.12B vs $1.98B). PWR leads profitability with a 3.7% profit margin vs 1.6%. PWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.90. PWR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
AMRC
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
PWR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+15.4%
Fair Value
$39.81
Current Price
$28.46
$11.35 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PWR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 51.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.4% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 11.9x book value
3.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMRC
The strongest argument for AMRC centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PWR
The strongest argument for PWR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMRC
The primary concerns for AMRC are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 62.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.85 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PWR
The primary concerns for PWR are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. A P/E of 97.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMRC profiles as a value stock while PWR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMRC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.55 — expect wider price swings.
PWR is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
PWR generates stronger free cash flow (172M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PWR scores higher overall (56/100 vs 46/100) and 26.3% revenue growth. AMRC offers better value entry with a 15.4% 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.
Ameresco Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Ameresco, Inc. provides comprehensive energy services for businesses and organizations in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts.
Quanta Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Quanta Services is an American corporation that provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, industrial and communications industries. Capabilities include the planning, design, installation, program management, maintenance and repair of most types of network infrastructure.
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