Advanced Energy Industries Inc (AEIS)vsPlug Power Inc (PLUG)
AEIS
Advanced Energy Industries Inc
$254.43
+0.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.56B
PLUG
Plug Power Inc
$2.12
+4.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Advanced Energy Industries Inc generates 174% more annual revenue ($2.04B vs $744.09M). AEIS leads profitability with a 10.8% profit margin vs -220.6%. PLUG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.84. AEIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
AEIS
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
PLUG
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 30.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 93.4% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.5% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -224.1% — below average capital efficiency
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 : PLUG
The strongest argument for PLUG centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.84 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : PLUG
The primary concerns for PLUG are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEIS profiles as a growth stock while PLUG is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLUG carries more volatility with a beta of 2.22 — 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 34/100) and 30.0% revenue growth. 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.
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.
Plug Power Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Plug Power Inc. provides turnkey hydrogen fuel cell solutions for the stationary power and electric mobility markets in North America and Europe. The company is headquartered in Latham, New York.
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