Acuity Brands Inc (AYI)vsForgent Power Solutions, Inc. (FPS)
AYI
Acuity Brands Inc
$267.87
+0.03%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.23B
FPS
Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.
$35.90
+4.66%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Acuity Brands Inc generates 414% more annual revenue ($4.54B vs $882.45M). AYI leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs 2.1%. FPS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.40. AYI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AYI
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
FPS
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+15.1%
Fair Value
$379.31
Current Price
$267.87
$111.44 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FPS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 20.2% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 83.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.1% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AYI
The strongest argument for AYI centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FPS
The strongest argument for FPS centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 83.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AYI
The primary concerns for AYI are Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : FPS
The primary concerns for FPS are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AYI profiles as a growth stock while FPS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FPS is growing revenue faster at 83.9% — sustainability is the question.
AYI generates stronger free cash flow (115M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AYI scores higher overall (67/100 vs 41/100) and 20.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" 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.
Acuity Brands Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Acuity Brands, Inc. provides lighting and building management solutions and services for commercial, institutional, industrial, infrastructure, and residential applications in North America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Visit Website →Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Forgent Power Solutions, Inc designs and manufactures electrical distribution equipment used in data centers, the power grid and energy-intensive industrial facilities. The company is headquartered in Dayton, Minnesota.
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