Ferrovial SE (FER)vsUniversal Corporation (UVV)
FER
Ferrovial SE
$66.81
+0.53%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $48.65B
UVV
Universal Corporation
$53.76
+1.68%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ferrovial SE generates 229% more annual revenue ($9.63B vs $2.92B). FER leads profitability with a 9.2% profit margin vs 1.1%. UVV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.18. UVV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
FER
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
UVV
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FER.
Margin of Safety
-1.2%
Fair Value
$52.25
Current Price
$53.76
$1.51 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 87.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
1.8% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
1.1% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FER
The strongest argument for FER centers on Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : UVV
The strongest argument for UVV centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : FER
The primary concerns for FER are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 49.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : UVV
The primary concerns for UVV are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 41.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FER carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
FER is growing revenue faster at 5.7% — sustainability is the question.
FER generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
UVV scores higher overall (44/100 vs 38/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Ferrovial SE
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Ferrovial SE, engages in the development, construction, and operation of highways and airports in the United States, Poland, Spain, the United Kingdom, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Universal Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Universal Corporation processes and supplies leaf tobacco and plant ingredients worldwide. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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