Advanced Energy Industries Inc (AEIS)vsEspey Mfg & Electronics Corp (ESP)
AEIS
Advanced Energy Industries Inc
$287.25
+4.94%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.56B
ESP
Espey Mfg & Electronics Corp
$63.69
+1.83%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $186.41M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Advanced Energy Industries Inc generates 4723% more annual revenue ($2.04B vs $42.25M). ESP leads profitability with a 25.5% profit margin vs 10.8%. ESP trades at a lower P/E of 16.3x. AEIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
AEIS
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
ESP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AEIS.
Margin of Safety
-74.5%
Fair Value
$32.43
Current Price
$63.69
$31.26 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 30.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 93.4% YoY
Earnings expanding 57.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 26.1%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AEIS
The strongest argument for AEIS centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 30.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ESP
The strongest argument for ESP centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.5% and operating margin at 26.1%. Revenue growth of 10.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AEIS
The primary concerns for AEIS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 53.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : ESP
The primary concerns for ESP are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEIS profiles as a growth stock while ESP is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
AEIS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
AEIS is growing revenue faster at 30.0% — sustainability is the question.
AEIS generates stronger free cash flow (36M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AEIS scores higher overall (65/100 vs 60/100) and 30.0% 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.
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.
Espey Mfg & Electronics Corp
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Espey Mfg. The company is headquartered in Saratoga Springs, New York.
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