SPAR Group Inc (SGRP)vsUL Solutions Inc. (ULS)
SGRP
SPAR Group Inc
$0.74
-0.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $20.97M
ULS
UL Solutions Inc.
$96.81
-2.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UL Solutions Inc. generates 2243% more annual revenue ($3.11B vs $132.58M). ULS leads profitability with a 11.3% profit margin vs -19.3%. SGRP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. ULS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
SGRP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
ULS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+36.1%
Fair Value
$1.22
Current Price
$0.74
$0.48 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ULS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Earnings expanding 36.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 0.7%
ROE of -207.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 10.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 14.8x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SGRP
PEG of 1.02 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ULS
The strongest argument for ULS centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SGRP
The primary concerns for SGRP are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 86.90 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ULS
The primary concerns for ULS are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 57.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SGRP profiles as a turnaround stock while ULS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ULS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
ULS is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
ULS generates stronger free cash flow (150M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ULS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 28/100). SGRP offers better value entry with a 36.1% margin of safety. 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.
SPAR Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
SPAR Group, Inc. provides worldwide marketing and merchandising services. The company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
UL Solutions Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
UL Solutions Inc. provides safety science services globally. The company is headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois with additional offices in North America, Asia Pacific, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East.
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