Arq Inc (ARQ)vsZurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation (ZWS)
ARQ
Arq Inc
$2.33
+2.64%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $85.27M
ZWS
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
$46.21
+1.63%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation generates 1309% more annual revenue ($1.70B vs $120.34M). ZWS leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs -43.7%. ZWS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.68. ZWS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ARQ
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
ZWS
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ARQ.
Margin of Safety
-51.8%
Fair Value
$33.96
Current Price
$46.21
$12.25 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARQ
The strongest argument for ARQ centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : ZWS
ZWS has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : ARQ
The primary concerns for ARQ are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : ZWS
The primary concerns for ZWS are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARQ profiles as a turnaround stock while ZWS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ARQ carries more volatility with a beta of 3.38 — expect wider price swings.
ZWS is growing revenue faster at 9.8% — sustainability is the question.
ZWS generates stronger free cash flow (83M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ZWS scores higher overall (56/100 vs 40/100). 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.
Arq Inc
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Arq, Inc. produces activated carbon products in North America. The company is headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado.
Visit Website →Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Zurn Water Solutions Corporation designs, acquires, manufactures, and markets water system solutions that provide and improve water quality, safety, flow control, and conservation in and around non-residential buildings. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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