Ferrovial SE (FER)vsLegence Corp. Class A Common stock (LGN)
FER
Ferrovial SE
$56.15
+1.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $40.76B
LGN
Legence Corp. Class A Common stock
$56.65
+5.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ferrovial SE generates 163% more annual revenue ($9.86B vs $3.75B). FER leads profitability with a 6.2% profit margin vs -1.2%. FER earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 38/100 (F).
FER
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
LGN
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Revenue surging 110.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
6.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : FER
FER has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : LGN
The strongest argument for LGN centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 110.7% 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 : 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
FER profiles as a value stock while LGN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LGN is growing revenue faster at 110.7% — sustainability is the question.
FER generates stronger free cash flow (733M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FER scores higher overall (38/100 vs 36/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Legence Corp. Class A Common stock
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Legence Corp. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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