Brookfield Business Corp (BBUC)vsValmont Industries Inc (VMI)
BBUC
Brookfield Business Corp
$26.41
+0.11%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.43B
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$483.44
+1.36%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Business Corp generates 537% more annual revenue ($26.95B vs $4.23B). VMI leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs -0.2%. VMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
BBUC
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
VMI
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 45.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of -11.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 3.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBUC
The strongest argument for BBUC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.99 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BBUC
The primary concerns for BBUC are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 8.41 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VMI
The primary concerns for VMI are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBUC profiles as a turnaround stock while VMI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
VMI is growing revenue faster at 6.5% — sustainability is the question.
VMI generates stronger free cash flow (112M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VMI scores higher overall (65/100 vs 55/100). 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.
Brookfield Business Corp
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Brookfield Business Corporation focuses on healthcare, construction and wastewater services in the United States, Europe, Australia, the United Kingdom, Canada and Brazil. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Valmont Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Valmont Industries, Inc. produces and sells metal products manufactured in the United States, Australia, Denmark, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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