Ferguson Plc (FERG)vsQXO, Inc. (QXO)
FERG
Ferguson Plc
$241.34
-2.11%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $47.81B
QXO
QXO, Inc.
$18.76
-4.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ferguson Plc generates 354% more annual revenue ($31.06B vs $6.84B). FERG leads profitability with a 6.3% profit margin vs -4.1%. FERG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.63. FERG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
FERG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
QXO
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-31.6%
Fair Value
$203.15
Current Price
$241.34
$38.19 premium
Margin of Safety
-17.0%
Fair Value
$23.12
Current Price
$18.76
$4.36 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 23.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 14725.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.0x book value
3.6% revenue growth
6.3% margin — thin
0.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FERG
The strongest argument for FERG centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : QXO
The strongest argument for QXO centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 14725.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FERG
The primary concerns for FERG are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : QXO
The primary concerns for QXO are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FERG profiles as a value stock while QXO is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
QXO carries more volatility with a beta of 2.37 — expect wider price swings.
QXO is growing revenue faster at 14725.0% — sustainability is the question.
FERG generates stronger free cash flow (680M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FERG scores higher overall (59/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Ferguson Plc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Ferguson plc distributes plumbing and heating products in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Central Europe. The company is headquartered in Wokingham, the United Kingdom.
QXO, Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
QXO, Inc. is a business application, technology, and consulting company in North America. The company is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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