Sunrun Inc (RUN)vsShoals Technologies Group Inc (SHLS)
RUN
Sunrun Inc
$13.04
+2.27%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.99B
SHLS
Shoals Technologies Group Inc
$6.91
+0.88%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sunrun Inc generates 522% more annual revenue ($2.96B vs $475.33M). RUN leads profitability with a 15.2% profit margin vs 7.1%. SHLS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.61. SHLS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
RUN
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
SHLS
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+76.1%
Fair Value
$80.03
Current Price
$13.04
$66.99 discount
Margin of Safety
-21.2%
Fair Value
$8.08
Current Price
$6.91
$1.17 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 123.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 95.7% YoY
Revenue surging 38.6% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 21.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -22.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
7.1% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RUN
The strongest argument for RUN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.2% and operating margin at 8.4%. Revenue growth of 123.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHLS
The strongest argument for SHLS centers on Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 38.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.61 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : RUN
The primary concerns for RUN are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.93 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SHLS
The primary concerns for SHLS are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RUN profiles as a growth stock while SHLS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RUN carries more volatility with a beta of 2.46 — expect wider price swings.
RUN is growing revenue faster at 123.5% — sustainability is the question.
RUN generates stronger free cash flow (96M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHLS scores higher overall (70/100 vs 69/100) and 38.6% revenue growth. RUN offers better value entry with a 76.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Sunrun Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOLAR · USA
Sunrun Inc. is dedicated to the design, development, installation, sale, ownership and maintenance of residential solar energy systems in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Visit Website →Shoals Technologies Group Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOLAR · USA
Shoals Technologies Group, Inc. provides Electric Balance System (EBOS) solutions for solar energy projects in the United States. The company is headquartered in Portland, Tennessee.
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