Canadian Solar Inc (CSIQ)vsShoals Technologies Group Inc (SHLS)
CSIQ
Canadian Solar Inc
$17.16
-11.86%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.29B
SHLS
Shoals Technologies Group Inc
$10.81
-15.35%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Solar Inc generates 945% more annual revenue ($5.60B vs $535.53M). SHLS leads profitability with a 6.3% profit margin vs -1.9%. CSIQ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.16. SHLS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
CSIQ
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
SHLS
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+80.8%
Fair Value
$108.76
Current Price
$17.16
$91.60 discount
Margin of Safety
+49.0%
Fair Value
$19.20
Current Price
$10.81
$8.39 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 300.0% YoY
Revenue surging 74.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 21.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 20.0%
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
6.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSIQ
The strongest argument for CSIQ centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.16 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SHLS
The strongest argument for SHLS centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 74.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.08 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CSIQ
The primary concerns for CSIQ are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.76 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SHLS
The primary concerns for SHLS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 62.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSIQ profiles as a turnaround stock while SHLS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHLS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.74 — expect wider price swings.
SHLS is growing revenue faster at 74.9% — sustainability is the question.
SHLS generates stronger free cash flow (-49M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHLS scores higher overall (60/100 vs 55/100) and 74.9% revenue growth. CSIQ offers better value entry with a 80.8% margin of safety. 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.
Canadian Solar Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOLAR · USA
Canadian Solar Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and sells solar ingots, wafers, cells, modules and other solar energy products. The company is headquartered in Guelph, Canada.
Shoals Technologies Group Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOLAR · USA
Shoals Technologies Group, Inc. provides Electric Balance System (EBOS) solutions for solar energy projects in the United States. The company is headquartered in Portland, Tennessee.
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