Quanta Services Inc (PWR)vsRio Tinto ADR (RIO)
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$785.29
+1.77%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $113.65B
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$100.58
+0.10%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $163.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 91% more annual revenue ($57.64B vs $30.12B). RIO leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 3.7%. PWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.43. RIO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
PWR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PWR.
Margin of Safety
+14.0%
Fair Value
$114.13
Current Price
$100.58
$13.55 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 51.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.3%
Generating 2.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 13.1x book value
3.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PWR
The strongest argument for PWR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RIO
The strongest argument for RIO centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 25.3%. Revenue growth of 14.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PWR profiles as a growth stock while RIO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PWR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
PWR is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
RIO generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PWR scores higher overall (54/100 vs 54/100) and 26.3% 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.
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.
Rio Tinto ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Rio Tinto Group is dedicated to the exploration, extraction and processing of mineral resources worldwide. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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