Federal Signal Corporation (FSS)vsLincoln Electric Holdings Inc (LECO)
FSS
Federal Signal Corporation
$128.21
+0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.63B
LECO
Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc
$281.96
+1.09%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc generates 83% more annual revenue ($4.48B vs $2.45B). LECO leads profitability with a 12.3% profit margin vs 11.7%. LECO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.72. LECO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FSS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
LECO
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
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 36 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.2x 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 : LECO
The strongest argument for LECO centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 12.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FSS
The primary concerns for FSS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : LECO
The primary concerns for LECO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSS profiles as a growth stock while LECO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
FSS generates stronger free cash flow (95M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FSS scores higher overall (64/100 vs 64/100) and 18.7% revenue growth. 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.
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 →Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TOOLS & ACCESSORIES · USA
Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and sells welding, cutting and brazing products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.
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