Federal Signal Corporation (FSS)vsTutor Perini Corporation (TPC)
FSS
Federal Signal Corporation
$132.51
+2.63%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.63B
TPC
Tutor Perini Corporation
$85.71
-0.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tutor Perini Corporation generates 132% more annual revenue ($5.69B vs $2.45B). FSS leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs 1.4%. TPC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.62. FSS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FSS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
TPC
Buy54
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 6.4% — below average capital efficiency
1.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.3%
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 : TPC
The strongest argument for TPC centers on PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 11.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.62 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 : TPC
The primary concerns for TPC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 57.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSS profiles as a growth stock while TPC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TPC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.05 — expect wider price swings.
FSS is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
TPC generates stronger free cash flow (129M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FSS scores higher overall (64/100 vs 54/100) 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 →Tutor Perini Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Tutor Perini Corporation, a construction company, provides diversified general contracting, construction management, and design and construction services to private clients and public agencies globally. The company is headquartered in Sylmar, California.
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