Federal Signal Corporation (FSS)vsHowmet Aerospace Inc (HWM)
FSS
Federal Signal Corporation
$130.18
-1.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.63B
HWM
Howmet Aerospace Inc
$291.42
+1.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $115.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Howmet Aerospace Inc generates 252% more annual revenue ($8.62B vs $2.45B). HWM leads profitability with a 20.2% profit margin vs 11.7%. HWM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. HWM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
FSS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
HWM
Strong Buy73
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
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Earnings expanding 71.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 21.2x book value
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 : HWM
The strongest argument for HWM centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.2% and operating margin at 28.2%. Revenue growth of 19.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FSS
The primary concerns for FSS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : HWM
The primary concerns for HWM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 66.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
HWM is growing revenue faster at 19.1% — sustainability is the question.
HWM generates stronger free cash flow (359M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
HWM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 20.2% margins and 19.1% 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.
Visit Website →Howmet Aerospace Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Howmet Aerospace Inc. is an American aerospace company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The company manufactures components for jet engines, fasteners and titanium structures for aerospace applications, and forged aluminum wheels for heavy trucks.
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