CECO Environmental Corp. (CECO)vsLiqTech International Inc (LIQT)
CECO
CECO Environmental Corp.
$78.02
-3.80%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.47B
LIQT
LiqTech International Inc
$1.07
-7.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.88M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CECO Environmental Corp. generates 4914% more annual revenue ($803.60M vs $16.03M). CECO leads profitability with a 1.7% profit margin vs -55.4%. LIQT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. LIQT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
CECO
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
LIQT
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CECO.
Margin of Safety
+23.2%
Fair Value
$2.11
Current Price
$1.07
$1.04 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
16.5% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 459.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.0x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 5.5% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -79.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 10.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CECO
The strongest argument for CECO centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LIQT
The strongest argument for LIQT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CECO
The primary concerns for CECO are Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. A P/E of 254.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LIQT
The primary concerns for LIQT are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CECO profiles as a growth stock while LIQT is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
CECO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
CECO is growing revenue faster at 16.5% — sustainability is the question.
LIQT generates stronger free cash flow (-2M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LIQT scores higher overall (49/100 vs 40/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
CECO Environmental Corp.
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
CECO Environmental Corporation. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Visit Website →LiqTech International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
LiqTech International, Inc., a cleantech company, designs, develops, produces, markets and sells automated filtration systems and applications of ceramic silicon carbide liquid and diesel particulate air filters in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia and South America. . The company is headquartered in Ballerup, Denmark.
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