Ferrovial SE (FER)vsWPP PLC ADR (WPP)
FER
Ferrovial SE
$69.60
+2.58%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $49.47B
WPP
WPP PLC ADR
$18.53
-0.54%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
WPP PLC ADR generates 41% more annual revenue ($13.55B vs $9.63B). FER leads profitability with a 9.2% profit margin vs -1.6%. WPP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.23. FER earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 38/100 (F).
FER
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
WPP
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FER.
Margin of Safety
+75.7%
Fair Value
$75.34
Current Price
$18.53
$56.81 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 87.6%
Operating margin of 2.2%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -5.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FER
The strongest argument for FER centers on Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : WPP
The strongest argument for WPP centers on Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : FER
The primary concerns for FER are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 48.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WPP
The primary concerns for WPP are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.13 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FER profiles as a value stock while WPP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
FER carries more volatility with a beta of 0.81 — expect wider price swings.
FER is growing revenue faster at 5.7% — sustainability is the question.
WPP generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FER scores higher overall (38/100 vs 32/100). WPP offers better value entry with a 75.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" 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.
WPP PLC ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
WPP plc, a creative transformation company, provides communications, expertise, trade and technology services in North America, the UK, Western Continental Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central and Eastern Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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