Bloom Energy Corp (BE)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
BE
Bloom Energy Corp
$133.24
-0.21%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $40.93B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$289.16
-3.79%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $29.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waters Corporation generates 56% more annual revenue ($3.17B vs $2.02B). WAT leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs -4.4%. WAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. WAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
BE
Hold35
out of 100
Grade: F
WAT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BE.
Margin of Safety
-349.9%
Fair Value
$73.17
Current Price
$289.16
$215.99 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 35.9% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 48.5x book value
ROE of -12.7% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 3.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BE
The strongest argument for BE centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 35.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 33.8%. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BE
The primary concerns for BE are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while WAT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BE carries more volatility with a beta of 3.18 — expect wider price swings.
BE is growing revenue faster at 35.9% — sustainability is the question.
BE generates stronger free cash flow (398M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WAT scores higher overall (60/100 vs 35/100), backed by strong 20.3% margins. Both earn "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.
Bloom Energy Corp
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Bloom Energy Corporation designs, manufactures and sells solid oxide fuel cell systems for on-site power generation in the United States, Japan, China, India, and the Republic of Korea. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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