Exponent Inc (EXPO)vsQuanta Services Inc (PWR)
EXPO
Exponent Inc
$67.21
-0.18%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.21B
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$650.58
+5.15%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $97.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Quanta Services Inc generates 5702% more annual revenue ($32.91B vs $567.13M). EXPO leads profitability with a 19.7% profit margin vs 4.0%. PWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.40. PWR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
EXPO
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
PWR
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+3.3%
Fair Value
$74.19
Current Price
$67.21
$6.98 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PWR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 41.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 94.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 10.1x book value
4.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EXPO
The strongest argument for EXPO centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.7% and operating margin at 18.8%. Revenue growth of 12.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PWR
The strongest argument for PWR centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 41.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EXPO
The primary concerns for EXPO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PWR
The primary concerns for PWR are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 74.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EXPO profiles as a mature stock while PWR is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PWR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
PWR is growing revenue faster at 41.1% — sustainability is the question.
PWR generates stronger free cash flow (864M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PWR scores higher overall (63/100 vs 60/100) and 41.1% 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.
Exponent Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Exponent, Inc., is a global science and engineering consulting company. The company is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.
Quanta Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Quanta Services is an American corporation that provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, industrial and communications industries. Capabilities include the planning, design, installation, program management, maintenance and repair of most types of network infrastructure.
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