BrightView Holdings (BV)vsUL Solutions Inc. (ULS)
BV
BrightView Holdings
$12.97
-0.15%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.21B
ULS
UL Solutions Inc.
$100.44
+1.04%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $20.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UL Solutions Inc. generates 14% more annual revenue ($3.11B vs $2.73B). ULS leads profitability with a 11.3% profit margin vs 1.7%. ULS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.38. ULS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
BV
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
ULS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.5%
Fair Value
$31.45
Current Price
$12.97
$18.48 discount
Margin of Safety
+25.8%
Fair Value
$97.80
Current Price
$100.44
$2.64 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Earnings expanding 36.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.6% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.1x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BV
The strongest argument for BV centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : ULS
The strongest argument for ULS centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : BV
The primary concerns for BV are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 433.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : ULS
The primary concerns for ULS are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 57.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
ULS is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ULS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 50/100). BV offers better value entry with a 55.5% margin of safety. 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.
BrightView Holdings
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
BrightView Holdings, Inc., provides commercial landscaping services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania.
Visit Website →UL Solutions Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
UL Solutions Inc. provides safety science services globally. The company is headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois with additional offices in North America, Asia Pacific, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East.
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