Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. (FPS)vsHayward Holdings Inc (HAYW)
FPS
Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.
$59.13
+1.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $18.00B
HAYW
Hayward Holdings Inc
$14.07
-0.78%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. generates 4% more annual revenue ($1.20B vs $1.15B). HAYW leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 2.2%. FPS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.72. HAYW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
FPS
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
HAYW
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 103.4% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 79.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of 1.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FPS
The strongest argument for FPS centers on Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 103.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.72 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HAYW
The strongest argument for HAYW centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FPS
The primary concerns for FPS are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 2956.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HAYW
The primary concerns for HAYW are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FPS profiles as a hypergrowth stock while HAYW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FPS is growing revenue faster at 103.4% — sustainability is the question.
FPS generates stronger free cash flow (937,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HAYW scores higher overall (69/100 vs 48/100) and 11.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" 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.
Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Forgent Power Solutions, Inc designs and manufactures electrical distribution equipment used in data centers, the power grid and energy-intensive industrial facilities. The company is headquartered in Dayton, Minnesota.
Hayward Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Hayward Holdings, Inc. is a designer, manufacturer and marketer of various pool equipment and associated automation systems. The company is headquartered in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey.
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