Ferrovial SE (FER)vsIES Holdings Inc (IESC)
FER
Ferrovial SE
$56.15
+1.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $40.76B
IESC
IES Holdings Inc
$345.71
+8.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ferrovial SE generates 147% more annual revenue ($9.86B vs $3.99B). IESC leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs 6.2%. IESC trades at a lower P/E of 30.4x. IESC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FER
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
IESC
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Revenue surging 39.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 98.7% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
6.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.2x book value
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FER
FER has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : IESC
The strongest argument for IESC centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FER
The primary concerns for FER are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 58.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.86 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : IESC
The primary concerns for IESC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FER profiles as a value stock while IESC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
IESC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.78 — expect wider price swings.
IESC is growing revenue faster at 39.6% — sustainability is the question.
FER generates stronger free cash flow (733M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IESC scores higher overall (64/100 vs 38/100) and 39.6% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Ferrovial SE
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Ferrovial SE, engages in the development, construction, and operation of highways and airports in the United States, Poland, Spain, the United Kingdom, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
IES Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
IES Holdings, Inc. designs and installs integrated electrical and technology systems and provides infrastructure products and services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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