IES Holdings Inc (IESC)vsMasTec Inc (MTZ)
IESC
IES Holdings Inc
$345.71
+8.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.66B
MTZ
MasTec Inc
$240.41
+3.54%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
MasTec Inc generates 304% more annual revenue ($16.11B vs $3.99B). IESC leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs 3.1%. IESC trades at a lower P/E of 30.4x. MTZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
IESC
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
MTZ
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Revenue surging 39.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 98.7% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 51.4% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 23.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.2x book value
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.1% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IESC
The strongest argument for IESC centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MTZ
The strongest argument for MTZ centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.72 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : IESC
The primary concerns for IESC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : MTZ
The primary concerns for MTZ are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MTZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
IESC is growing revenue faster at 39.6% — sustainability is the question.
IESC generates stronger free cash flow (-15M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MTZ scores higher overall (66/100 vs 64/100) and 23.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
IES Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
IES Holdings, Inc. designs and installs integrated electrical and technology systems and provides infrastructure products and services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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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