Advanced Energy Industries Inc (AEIS)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
AEIS
Advanced Energy Industries Inc
$354.97
-0.64%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.59B
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$322.30
-1.11%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $23.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc generates 69% more annual revenue ($3.22B vs $1.91B). WST leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs 10.0%. AEIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.77. WST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
AEIS
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
WST
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AEIS.
Margin of Safety
-32.4%
Fair Value
$185.95
Current Price
$322.30
$136.35 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 144.8% YoY
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 56.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Revenue surging 21.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AEIS
The strongest argument for AEIS centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WST
The strongest argument for WST centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 21.7%. Revenue growth of 21.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AEIS
The primary concerns for AEIS are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 74.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WST
The primary concerns for WST are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 43.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEIS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
AEIS is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
WST generates stronger free cash flow (47M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WST scores higher overall (65/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins and 21.0% 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.
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of injectable pharmaceutical packaging and delivery systems. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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