Ferguson Plc (FERG)vsFederal Signal Corporation (FSS)
FERG
Ferguson Plc
$255.25
-0.10%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $45.00B
FSS
Federal Signal Corporation
$127.83
-1.81%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ferguson Plc generates 1169% more annual revenue ($31.06B vs $2.45B). FSS leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs 6.3%. FERG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. FSS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FERG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
FSS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-83.1%
Fair Value
$146.05
Current Price
$255.25
$109.20 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FSS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 23.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 20.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.4x book value
3.6% revenue growth
6.3% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FERG
The strongest argument for FERG centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : FSS
The strongest argument for FSS centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FERG
The primary concerns for FERG are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : FSS
The primary concerns for FSS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FERG profiles as a value stock while FSS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
FSS is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
FERG generates stronger free cash flow (680M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FSS scores higher overall (64/100 vs 59/100) and 18.7% 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.
Ferguson Plc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Ferguson plc distributes plumbing and heating products in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Central Europe. The company is headquartered in Wokingham, the United Kingdom.
Federal Signal Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Federal Signal Corporation designs, manufactures, and supplies a suite of integrated products and solutions for municipal, government, industrial, and commercial customers in the United States, Canada, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois.
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