Energy Recovery Inc (ERII)vsPurecycle Technologies Holdings Corp (PCT)
ERII
Energy Recovery Inc
$7.55
+3.85%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $394.58M
PCT
Purecycle Technologies Holdings Corp
$6.02
+3.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy Recovery Inc generates 776% more annual revenue ($120.57M vs $13.76M). ERII leads profitability with a 12.7% profit margin vs 0.0%. ERII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D+).
ERII
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
PCT
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-10.1%
Fair Value
$14.03
Current Price
$7.55
$6.48 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PCT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.1% YoY
Revenue surging 173.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 57.2%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ERII
The strongest argument for ERII centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bull Case : PCT
The strongest argument for PCT centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 173.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ERII
The primary concerns for ERII are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PCT
The primary concerns for PCT are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ERII profiles as a declining stock while PCT is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PCT carries more volatility with a beta of 2.58 — expect wider price swings.
PCT is growing revenue faster at 173.5% — sustainability is the question.
ERII generates stronger free cash flow (15M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ERII scores higher overall (45/100 vs 30/100). Both earn "Hold" 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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