Boyd Group Services Inc. (BGSI)vsPenske Automotive Group Inc (PAG)
BGSI
Boyd Group Services Inc.
$103.11
-1.07%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.67B
PAG
Penske Automotive Group Inc
$171.02
-0.34%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $11.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Penske Automotive Group Inc generates 844% more annual revenue ($31.72B vs $3.36B). PAG leads profitability with a 2.9% profit margin vs 0.4%. PAG trades at a lower P/E of 13.1x. BGSI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
BGSI
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
PAG
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 71.4% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 28.1% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 0.8% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BGSI
The strongest argument for BGSI centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 28.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PAG
The strongest argument for PAG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : BGSI
The primary concerns for BGSI are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 145.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PAG
The primary concerns for PAG are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BGSI profiles as a growth stock while PAG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PAG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
BGSI is growing revenue faster at 28.1% — sustainability is the question.
PAG generates stronger free cash flow (152M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BGSI scores higher overall (57/100 vs 48/100) and 28.1% revenue growth. 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.
Boyd Group Services Inc.
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Boyd Group Services Inc., operates non-franchised collision repair centers in North America. The company is headquartered in Winnipeg, Canada.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Penske Automotive Group, Inc., a diversified transportation services company, operates commercial and automotive truck dealerships. The company is headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.
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