Energy Recovery Inc (ERII)vsPurecycle Technologies Holdings Corp (PCT)
ERII
Energy Recovery Inc
$10.17
+0.49%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $501.12M
PCT
Purecycle Technologies Holdings Corp
$5.60
+5.86%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy Recovery Inc generates 1516% more annual revenue ($134.99M vs $8.36M). ERII leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. ERII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ERII
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
PCT
Avoid22
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+5.6%
Fair Value
$16.36
Current Price
$10.17
$6.19 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PCT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 46.5%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.1% YoY
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.3%
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ERII
The strongest argument for ERII centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 46.5%.
Bull Case : PCT
PCT has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : ERII
The primary concerns for ERII are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PCT
The primary concerns for PCT are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 10.72 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ERII profiles as a declining stock while PCT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PCT carries more volatility with a beta of 2.07 — expect wider price swings.
PCT is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
ERII generates stronger free cash flow (6M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ERII scores higher overall (59/100 vs 22/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins. Both earn "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.
Energy Recovery Inc
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Energy Recovery, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells various solutions for the industrial fluid flow markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in San Leandro, California.
Purecycle Technologies Holdings Corp
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
PureCycle Technologies, Inc. produces recycled polypropylene (PP). The company is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.
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