Exponent Inc (EXPO)vsQuanta Services Inc (PWR)
EXPO
Exponent Inc
$59.66
+0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.77B
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$719.17
+0.49%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $105.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Quanta Services Inc generates 5365% more annual revenue ($30.12B vs $551.14M). EXPO leads profitability with a 19.8% profit margin vs 3.7%. PWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.90. EXPO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
EXPO
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
PWR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+0.1%
Fair Value
$71.76
Current Price
$59.66
$12.10 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PWR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 27.3%
Earnings expanding 51.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 11.9x book value
3.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EXPO
The strongest argument for EXPO centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.8% and operating margin at 27.3%. Revenue growth of 10.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PWR
The strongest argument for PWR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EXPO
The primary concerns for EXPO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PWR
The primary concerns for PWR are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. A P/E of 97.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EXPO profiles as a mature stock while PWR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PWR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
PWR is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
PWR generates stronger free cash flow (172M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EXPO scores higher overall (62/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 19.8% margins and 10.5% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Exponent Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Exponent, Inc., is a global science and engineering consulting company. The company is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.
Quanta Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Quanta Services is an American corporation that provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, industrial and communications industries. Capabilities include the planning, design, installation, program management, maintenance and repair of most types of network infrastructure.
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