EMCOR Group Inc (EME)vsGranite Construction Incorporated (GVA)
EME
EMCOR Group Inc
$817.44
-3.31%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $36.65B
GVA
Granite Construction Incorporated
$141.35
-0.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EMCOR Group Inc generates 283% more annual revenue ($17.75B vs $4.64B). EME leads profitability with a 7.5% profit margin vs 4.0%. GVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.16. EME earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
EME
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
GVA
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
19.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 30.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 30.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 25.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.4x book value
7.5% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Grey zone — moderate risk
4.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EME
The strongest argument for EME centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GVA
The strongest argument for GVA centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 30.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.16 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EME
The primary concerns for EME are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : GVA
The primary concerns for GVA are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EME profiles as a growth stock while GVA is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GVA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
GVA is growing revenue faster at 30.4% — sustainability is the question.
EME generates stronger free cash flow (-28M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EME scores higher overall (66/100 vs 64/100) and 19.7% 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.
EMCOR Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
EMCOR Group, Inc. provides electrical and mechanical installation and construction services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.
Granite Construction Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Granite Construction Incorporated is an infrastructure contractor and producer of building materials in the United States. The company is headquartered in Watsonville, California.
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