Natera Inc (NTRA)vsQuanta Services Inc (PWR)
NTRA
Natera Inc
$215.09
+4.02%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $29.60B
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$785.29
+1.77%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $113.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Quanta Services Inc generates 1206% more annual revenue ($30.12B vs $2.31B). PWR leads profitability with a 3.7% profit margin vs -9.0%. PWR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
NTRA
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
PWR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 39.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 51.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 17.5x book value
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -14.3% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 13.1x book value
3.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NTRA
The strongest argument for NTRA centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 39.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PWR
The strongest argument for PWR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NTRA
The primary concerns for NTRA are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PWR
The primary concerns for PWR are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. A P/E of 102.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NTRA profiles as a hypergrowth stock while PWR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NTRA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — expect wider price swings.
NTRA is growing revenue faster at 39.8% — sustainability is the question.
PWR generates stronger free cash flow (172M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PWR scores higher overall (54/100 vs 31/100) and 26.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Natera Inc
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Natera, Inc., a diagnostic company, develops and markets molecular testing services globally. The company is headquartered in San Carlos, 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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