Everus Construction Group Inc (ECG)vsSterling Construction Company Inc (STRL)
ECG
Everus Construction Group Inc
$150.29
-2.89%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.60B
STRL
Sterling Construction Company Inc
$882.43
-11.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $26.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Everus Construction Group Inc generates 37% more annual revenue ($3.96B vs $2.88B). STRL leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 5.7%. ECG trades at a lower P/E of 34.0x. STRL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
ECG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
STRL
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Earnings expanding 58.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 25.4% year-over-year
Revenue surging 91.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 141.4% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.2x book value
5.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 24.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECG
The strongest argument for ECG centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 25.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STRL
The strongest argument for STRL centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 91.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ECG
The primary concerns for ECG are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : STRL
The primary concerns for STRL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 76.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STRL is growing revenue faster at 91.6% — sustainability is the question.
STRL generates stronger free cash flow (146M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
STRL scores higher overall (69/100 vs 59/100) and 91.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Everus Construction Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Everus Construction Group, Inc. provides utility construction services. The company is headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Visit Website →Sterling Construction Company Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Sterling Construction Company, Inc., a construction company, engages in residential construction, specialty services, and heavy civil activities primarily in the southern United States, the Rocky Mountain states, California, and Hawaii. The company is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas.
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