Federal Signal Corporation (FSS)vsPrimoris Services Corporation (PRIM)
FSS
Federal Signal Corporation
$132.51
+2.63%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.63B
PRIM
Primoris Services Corporation
$90.85
+3.43%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Primoris Services Corporation generates 206% more annual revenue ($7.49B vs $2.45B). FSS leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs 3.3%. PRIM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.22. FSS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FSS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
PRIM
Buy51
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
3.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.9%
Revenue declined 5.4%
Earnings declined 60.5%
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 : PRIM
The strongest argument for PRIM centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.22 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FSS
The primary concerns for FSS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PRIM
The primary concerns for PRIM are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Thin 3.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSS profiles as a growth stock while PRIM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PRIM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — 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 51/100) 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 →Primoris Services Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Primoris Services Corporation, a specialty contractor company, offers a range of construction, manufacturing, maintenance, replacement and engineering services in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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