Federal Signal Corporation (FSS)vsMasTec Inc (MTZ)
FSS
Federal Signal Corporation
$132.51
+2.63%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.63B
MTZ
MasTec Inc
$271.71
+4.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $21.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
MasTec Inc generates 558% more annual revenue ($16.11B vs $2.45B). FSS leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs 3.1%. MTZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.20. MTZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FSS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
MTZ
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 20.7% YoY
Earnings expanding 51.4% YoY
Revenue surging 23.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
3.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSS
The strongest argument for FSS centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MTZ
The strongest argument for MTZ centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FSS
The primary concerns for FSS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MTZ
The primary concerns for MTZ are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MTZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.77 — expect wider price swings.
MTZ is growing revenue faster at 23.4% — sustainability is the question.
FSS generates stronger free cash flow (95M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
FSS scores higher overall (64/100 vs 64/100) 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.
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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INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
MasTec, Inc., an infrastructure construction company, provides engineering, construction, installation, maintenance, and upgrade services for communications, energy, utilities, and other infrastructure primarily in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida.
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