Boyd Group Services Inc. (BGSI)vsPenske Automotive Group Inc (PAG)
BGSI
Boyd Group Services Inc.
$90.40
+10.85%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.32B
PAG
Penske Automotive Group Inc
$215.91
-0.32%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $14.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Penske Automotive Group Inc generates 796% more annual revenue ($32.20B vs $3.59B). PAG leads profitability with a 2.8% profit margin vs 0.3%. PAG trades at a lower P/E of 16.0x. PAG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
BGSI
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
PAG
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 29.9% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 0.8% — below average capital efficiency
0.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BGSI
The strongest argument for BGSI centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 29.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PAG
The strongest argument for PAG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : BGSI
The primary concerns for BGSI are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 194.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PAG
The primary concerns for PAG are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.59 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BGSI profiles as a growth stock while PAG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PAG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
BGSI is growing revenue faster at 29.9% — sustainability is the question.
PAG generates stronger free cash flow (132M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PAG scores higher overall (52/100 vs 47/100). 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.
Boyd Group Services Inc.
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Boyd Group Services Inc., operates non-franchised collision repair centers in North America. The company is headquartered in Winnipeg, Canada.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Penske Automotive Group, Inc., a diversified transportation services company, operates commercial and automotive truck dealerships. The company is headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.
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