Acuity Brands Inc (AYI)vsPowell Industries Inc (POWL)
AYI
Acuity Brands Inc
$318.96
+0.86%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.00B
POWL
Powell Industries Inc
$182.50
+3.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Acuity Brands Inc generates 298% more annual revenue ($4.61B vs $1.16B). POWL leads profitability with a 16.5% profit margin vs 10.2%. AYI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.30. AYI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AYI
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
POWL
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-78.0%
Fair Value
$180.86
Current Price
$318.96
$138.10 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for POWL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 46.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.5%
Areas to Watch
1.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.8x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AYI
The strongest argument for AYI centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.30 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : POWL
The strongest argument for POWL centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.5% and operating margin at 20.5%.
Bear Case : AYI
The primary concerns for AYI are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : POWL
The primary concerns for POWL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AYI profiles as a value stock while POWL is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
AYI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
POWL is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
AYI generates stronger free cash flow (274M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AYI scores higher overall (64/100 vs 60/100). 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 Brands 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
Powell Industries, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, sells, and services custom-designed equipment and systems for the distribution, control, and monitoring of electrical power. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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