ClearSign Combustion Corporation (CLIR)vsEnergy Recovery Inc (ERII)
CLIR
ClearSign Combustion Corporation
$3.73
+2.19%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $23.55M
ERII
Energy Recovery Inc
$6.75
+0.45%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $347.62M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy Recovery Inc generates 2112% more annual revenue ($120.57M vs $5.45M). ERII leads profitability with a 12.7% profit margin vs -96.1%. ERII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D+).
CLIR
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
ERII
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CLIR.
Margin of Safety
-10.3%
Fair Value
$14.00
Current Price
$6.75
$7.25 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 321.1% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -73.6% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 57.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CLIR
The strongest argument for CLIR centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 321.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ERII
The strongest argument for ERII centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : CLIR
The primary concerns for CLIR are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : ERII
The primary concerns for ERII are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLIR profiles as a hypergrowth stock while ERII is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CLIR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
CLIR is growing revenue faster at 321.1% — sustainability is the question.
ERII generates stronger free cash flow (15M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ERII scores higher overall (45/100 vs 30/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
ClearSign Combustion Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
ClearSign Technologies Corporation designs and develops products and technologies to improve operational performance, energy efficiency, emission reduction, safety, and overall profitability of industrial and commercial systems in the United States and the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
Energy Recovery Inc
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Energy Recovery, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells various solutions for the industrial fluid flow markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in San Leandro, California.
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