Quanta Services Inc (PWR)vsTrade Desk Inc (TTD)
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$785.29
+1.77%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $113.65B
TTD
Trade Desk Inc
$24.01
-2.44%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $11.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Quanta Services Inc generates 940% more annual revenue ($30.12B vs $2.90B). TTD leads profitability with a 15.3% profit margin vs 3.7%. TTD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.93. TTD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
PWR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TTD
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
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
Strong operational efficiency at 30.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 13.1x book value
3.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
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 : TTD
The strongest argument for TTD centers on Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 30.3%. Revenue growth of 14.3% 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 : TTD
The primary concerns for TTD are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PWR profiles as a growth stock while TTD 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.
TTD generates stronger free cash flow (277M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TTD scores higher overall (72/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins and 14.3% 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.
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.
Trade Desk Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Trade Desk, Inc. is a technology company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ventura, California.
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