Fuel Tech Inc (FTEK)vsZurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation (ZWS)
FTEK
Fuel Tech Inc
$1.73
+6.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $43.08M
ZWS
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
$46.18
+1.45%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation generates 6444% more annual revenue ($1.79B vs $27.30M). ZWS leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs -12.8%. ZWS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.56. ZWS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
FTEK
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
ZWS
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+40.4%
Fair Value
$2.23
Current Price
$1.73
$0.50 discount
Margin of Safety
-5.6%
Fair Value
$48.83
Current Price
$46.18
$2.65 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 276.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
16.7% revenue growth
Strong operational efficiency at 31.4%
Earnings expanding 132.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FTEK
The strongest argument for FTEK centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ZWS
The strongest argument for ZWS centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.4% and operating margin at 31.4%. Revenue growth of 10.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FTEK
The primary concerns for FTEK are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ZWS
The primary concerns for ZWS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTEK profiles as a growth stock while ZWS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTEK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
FTEK is growing revenue faster at 16.7% — sustainability is the question.
ZWS generates stronger free cash flow (156M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ZWS scores higher overall (70/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 10.5% revenue growth. FTEK offers better value entry with a 40.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Fuel Tech Inc
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Fuel Tech, Inc. provides boiler optimization, efficiency improvement, and air pollution control and reduction solutions to industrial and utility customers around the world. The company is headquartered in Warrenville, Illinois.
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Zurn Water Solutions Corporation designs, acquires, manufactures, and markets water system solutions that provide and improve water quality, safety, flow control, and conservation in and around non-residential buildings. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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