EMCOR Group Inc (EME)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
EME
EMCOR Group Inc
$943.75
+1.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $40.24B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$349.53
+1.98%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $30.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EMCOR Group Inc generates 461% more annual revenue ($17.75B vs $3.17B). WAT leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs 7.5%. EME appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.08. EME earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
EME
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
WAT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
19.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 30.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.4x book value
7.5% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.1x book value
Earnings declined 3.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EME
The strongest argument for EME centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.08 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 33.8%. PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EME
The primary concerns for EME are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EME profiles as a growth stock while WAT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
EME is growing revenue faster at 19.7% — sustainability is the question.
WAT generates stronger free cash flow (126M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EME scores higher overall (64/100 vs 60/100) and 19.7% revenue growth. 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.
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.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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