EMCOR Group Inc (EME)vsLegence Corp. Class A Common stock (LGN)
EME
EMCOR Group Inc
$817.44
-3.31%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $36.65B
LGN
Legence Corp. Class A Common stock
$88.90
+0.85%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EMCOR Group Inc generates 476% more annual revenue ($17.75B vs $3.08B). EME leads profitability with a 7.5% profit margin vs -0.7%. EME earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
EME
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
LGN
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
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
Revenue surging 105.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.4x book value
7.5% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 14.5x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Operating margin of 3.2%
ROE of -4.5% — below average capital efficiency
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 : LGN
The strongest argument for LGN centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 105.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EME
The primary concerns for EME are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : LGN
The primary concerns for LGN are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EME profiles as a growth stock while LGN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LGN is growing revenue faster at 105.1% — sustainability is the question.
LGN generates stronger free cash flow (102M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
EME scores higher overall (66/100 vs 35/100) and 19.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
Legence Corp. Class A Common stock
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Legence Corp. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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