Cadre Holdings Inc (CDRE)vsFederal Signal Corporation (FSS)
CDRE
Cadre Holdings Inc
$32.82
-6.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.32B
FSS
Federal Signal Corporation
$128.21
+0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Federal Signal Corporation generates 285% more annual revenue ($2.45B vs $635.63M). FSS leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs 5.8%. FSS trades at a lower P/E of 26.9x. FSS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
CDRE
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
FSS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
19.5% revenue growth
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 20.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CDRE
The strongest argument for CDRE centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FSS
The strongest argument for FSS centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CDRE
The primary concerns for CDRE are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : FSS
The primary concerns for FSS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CDRE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
CDRE is growing revenue faster at 19.5% — sustainability is the question.
FSS generates stronger free cash flow (95M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FSS scores higher overall (64/100 vs 41/100) and 18.7% revenue growth. 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.
Cadre Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Cadre Holdings, Inc. manufactures and distributes safety and survival equipment that provides protection to users in dangerous or life-threatening situations. The company is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida.
Federal Signal Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Federal Signal Corporation designs, manufactures, and supplies a suite of integrated products and solutions for municipal, government, industrial, and commercial customers in the United States, Canada, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois.
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