Advanced Energy Industries Inc (AEIS)vsBallard Power Systems Inc (BLDP)
AEIS
Advanced Energy Industries Inc
$342.87
-3.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.45B
BLDP
Ballard Power Systems Inc
$2.46
-1.99%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $725.20M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Advanced Energy Industries Inc generates 1710% more annual revenue ($1.80B vs $99.37M). AEIS leads profitability with a 8.3% profit margin vs -91.5%. AEIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.77. AEIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
AEIS
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
BLDP
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-847.4%
Fair Value
$32.59
Current Price
$342.87
$310.28 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BLDP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
17.8% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 37.2% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.5x book value
1.0% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -14.4% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AEIS
The strongest argument for AEIS centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : BLDP
The strongest argument for BLDP centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 37.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AEIS
The primary concerns for AEIS are Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 91.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : BLDP
The primary concerns for BLDP are EPS Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEIS profiles as a growth stock while BLDP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BLDP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.73 — expect wider price swings.
BLDP is growing revenue faster at 37.2% — sustainability is the question.
AEIS generates stronger free cash flow (45M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AEIS scores higher overall (47/100 vs 37/100) and 17.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Advanced Energy Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures, sells and supports precision energy conversion, measurement and control solutions globally. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
Ballard Power Systems Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Ballard Power Systems Inc. is engaged in the design, development, manufacture, sale and service of proton exchange membrane fuel cell products primarily in Canada. The company is headquartered in Burnaby, Canada.
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