Federal Signal Corporation (FSS)vsHuron Consulting Group Inc (HURN)
FSS
Federal Signal Corporation
$132.51
+2.63%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.63B
HURN
Huron Consulting Group Inc
$152.78
+1.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Federal Signal Corporation generates 38% more annual revenue ($2.45B vs $1.77B). FSS leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs 6.5%. HURN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. HURN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
FSS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
HURN
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 20.7% YoY
Earnings expanding 75.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
15.7% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
6.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSS
The strongest argument for FSS centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HURN
The strongest argument for HURN centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FSS
The primary concerns for FSS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : HURN
The primary concerns for HURN are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
FSS is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
HURN generates stronger free cash flow (120M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
HURN scores higher overall (65/100 vs 64/100) and 15.7% 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.
Federal Signal Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Federal Signal Corporation designs, manufactures, and supplies a suite of integrated products and solutions for municipal, government, industrial, and commercial customers in the United States, Canada, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois.
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INDUSTRIALS · CONSULTING SERVICES · USA
Huron Consulting Group Inc., a professional services firm, provides consulting services in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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