EMCOR Group Inc (EME)vsLegence Corp. Class A Common stock (LGN)
EME
EMCOR Group Inc
$780.66
+4.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $34.10B
LGN
Legence Corp. Class A Common stock
$56.65
+5.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EMCOR Group Inc generates 397% more annual revenue ($18.60B vs $3.75B). EME leads profitability with a 7.7% profit margin vs -1.2%. EME earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
EME
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
LGN
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
19.8% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 34.8% YoY
Revenue surging 110.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.5x book value
7.7% margin — thin
0.0% earnings growth
Operating margin of 2.8%
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -7.5% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EME
The strongest argument for EME centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 19.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LGN
The strongest argument for LGN centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 110.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EME
The primary concerns for EME are Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : LGN
The primary concerns for LGN are EPS Growth, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EME profiles as a growth stock while LGN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LGN is growing revenue faster at 110.7% — sustainability is the question.
EME generates stronger free cash flow (258M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
EME scores higher overall (71/100 vs 36/100) and 19.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
EMCOR Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
EMCOR Group, Inc. provides electrical and mechanical installation and construction services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.
Legence Corp. Class A Common stock
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Legence Corp. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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