Aspen Aerogels Inc (ASPN)vsTrane Technologies plc (TT)
ASPN
Aspen Aerogels Inc
$5.64
-9.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $488.98M
TT
Trane Technologies plc
$463.76
+3.14%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $101.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Trane Technologies plc generates 9282% more annual revenue ($21.60B vs $230.26M). TT leads profitability with a 13.4% profit margin vs -48.6%. TT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
ASPN
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
TT
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -52.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 51.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.0x book value
Earnings declined 2.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASPN
The strongest argument for ASPN centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bull Case : TT
The strongest argument for TT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : ASPN
The primary concerns for ASPN are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TT
The primary concerns for TT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASPN profiles as a turnaround stock while TT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASPN carries more volatility with a beta of 2.83 — expect wider price swings.
TT is growing revenue faster at 6.0% — sustainability is the question.
TT generates stronger free cash flow (542M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TT scores higher overall (54/100 vs 28/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Aspen Aerogels Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Aspen Aerogels, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and sells airgel insulation products primarily for use in the energy infrastructure and building materials markets in the United States, Asia, Canada, Europe, and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Northborough, Massachusetts.
Trane Technologies plc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Trane Technologies plc is an American Irish domiciled diversified industrial manufacturing company. It is headquartered near Dublin, Ireland.
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