Energy Services Of America Corp (ESOA)vsSterling Construction Company Inc (STRL)
ESOA
Energy Services Of America Corp
$15.30
+1.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $278.40M
STRL
Sterling Construction Company Inc
$882.43
-11.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $26.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sterling Construction Company Inc generates 554% more annual revenue ($2.88B vs $440.96M). STRL leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 2.1%. ESOA trades at a lower P/E of 27.1x. STRL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
ESOA
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
STRL
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 220.0% YoY
Revenue surging 21.5% 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
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
2.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.1%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 24.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ESOA
The strongest argument for ESOA centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.5% 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 : ESOA
The primary concerns for ESOA are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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 carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
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 52/100) 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.
Energy Services Of America Corp
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Energy Services of America Corporation provides contracting services for utilities and energy-related companies in the United States. The company is headquartered in Huntington, West Virginia.
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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