CECO Environmental Corp. (CECO)vsLiqTech International Inc (LIQT)
CECO
CECO Environmental Corp.
$62.08
+0.06%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.21B
LIQT
LiqTech International Inc
$1.35
-11.18%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $16.41M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CECO Environmental Corp. generates 4591% more annual revenue ($774.38M vs $16.51M). CECO leads profitability with a 6.5% profit margin vs -51.7%. LIQT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. CECO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CECO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
LIQT
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-717.4%
Fair Value
$9.32
Current Price
$62.08
$52.76 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LIQT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 35.4% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
6.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.6% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -63.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 8.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CECO
The strongest argument for CECO centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 35.4% 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, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CECO
The primary concerns for CECO are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 45.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : LIQT
The primary concerns for LIQT are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CECO profiles as a hypergrowth stock while LIQT is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
CECO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
CECO is growing revenue faster at 35.4% — sustainability is the question.
CECO generates stronger free cash flow (7M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CECO scores higher overall (54/100 vs 49/100) and 35.4% 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.
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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