Federal Signal Corporation (FSS)vsConstruction Partners Inc (ROAD)
FSS
Federal Signal Corporation
$132.51
+2.63%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.63B
ROAD
Construction Partners Inc
$106.71
-1.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Construction Partners Inc generates 33% more annual revenue ($3.26B vs $2.45B). FSS leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs 3.9%. ROAD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. FSS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FSS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
ROAD
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FSS.
Margin of Safety
-72.2%
Fair Value
$77.94
Current Price
$106.71
$28.77 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 20.7% YoY
Revenue surging 34.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 109.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
3.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.8%
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 : ROAD
The strongest argument for ROAD centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 34.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FSS
The primary concerns for FSS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : ROAD
The primary concerns for ROAD are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. A P/E of 45.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.88 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSS profiles as a growth stock while ROAD is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
ROAD is growing revenue faster at 34.6% — sustainability is the question.
FSS generates stronger free cash flow (95M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FSS scores higher overall (64/100 vs 59/100) 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 →Construction Partners Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Construction Partners, Inc., a civil infrastructure company, is engaged in the construction and maintenance of highways in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The company is headquartered in Dothan, Alabama.
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