Granite Construction Incorporated (GVA)vsQuanta Services Inc (PWR)
GVA
Granite Construction Incorporated
$121.92
+0.67%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.32B
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$573.50
-0.85%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $84.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Quanta Services Inc generates 544% more annual revenue ($28.48B vs $4.42B). GVA leads profitability with a 4.4% profit margin vs 3.6%. PWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.82. GVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
GVA
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
PWR
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+26.3%
Fair Value
$180.65
Current Price
$121.92
$58.73 discount
Margin of Safety
-602.0%
Fair Value
$74.64
Current Price
$573.50
$498.86 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
19.2% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 25.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
19.7% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.6x book value
2.6% earnings growth
3.6% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GVA
The strongest argument for GVA centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 19.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PWR
The strongest argument for PWR centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GVA
The primary concerns for GVA are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PWR
The primary concerns for PWR are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. A P/E of 83.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GVA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
PWR is growing revenue faster at 19.7% — sustainability is the question.
PWR generates stronger free cash flow (934M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GVA scores higher overall (58/100 vs 47/100) and 19.2% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Granite Construction Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Granite Construction Incorporated is an infrastructure contractor and producer of building materials in the United States. The company is headquartered in Watsonville, California.
Quanta Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Quanta Services is an American corporation that provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, industrial and communications industries. Capabilities include the planning, design, installation, program management, maintenance and repair of most types of network infrastructure.
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