Energy Recovery Inc (ERII)vsFuel Tech Inc (FTEK)
ERII
Energy Recovery Inc
$10.17
+0.49%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $501.12M
FTEK
Fuel Tech Inc
$1.27
+0.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $38.08M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy Recovery Inc generates 406% more annual revenue ($134.99M vs $26.68M). ERII leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs -8.7%. FTEK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.33. ERII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ERII
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
FTEK
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+5.6%
Fair Value
$16.36
Current Price
$10.17
$6.19 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FTEK.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 46.5%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 37.2% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.8% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -5.7% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ERII
The strongest argument for ERII centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 46.5%.
Bull Case : FTEK
The strongest argument for FTEK centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 37.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ERII
The primary concerns for ERII are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : FTEK
The primary concerns for FTEK are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ERII profiles as a declining stock while FTEK is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ERII carries more volatility with a beta of 1.10 — expect wider price swings.
FTEK is growing revenue faster at 37.2% — sustainability is the question.
ERII generates stronger free cash flow (6M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ERII scores higher overall (59/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins. 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.
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.
Fuel Tech Inc
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Fuel Tech, Inc. provides boiler optimization, efficiency improvement, and air pollution control and reduction solutions to industrial and utility customers around the world. The company is headquartered in Warrenville, Illinois.
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