Acuity Inc. (AYI)vsKimball Electronics (KE)
AYI
Acuity Inc.
$337.44
+1.87%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.67B
KE
Kimball Electronics
$20.61
-20.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $590.20M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Acuity Inc. generates 224% more annual revenue ($4.64B vs $1.43B). AYI leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs 1.9%. KE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.14. AYI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
AYI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
KE
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-75.3%
Fair Value
$183.75
Current Price
$337.44
$153.69 premium
Margin of Safety
-24.4%
Fair Value
$19.56
Current Price
$20.61
$1.05 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 55.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 30.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.8% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AYI
The strongest argument for AYI centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : KE
The strongest argument for KE centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.14 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AYI
The primary concerns for AYI are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : KE
The primary concerns for KE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AYI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
AYI is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.
AYI generates stronger free cash flow (286M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AYI scores higher overall (62/100 vs 56/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Acuity Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Acuity Brands, Inc. provides lighting and building management solutions and services for commercial, institutional, industrial, infrastructure, and residential applications in North America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Kimball Electronics, Inc. provides electronic contract manufacturing services and diversified manufacturing services to clients in the automotive, medical, industrial and public safety end markets. The company is headquartered in Jasper, Indiana.
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