FTC Solar Inc (FTCI)vsShoals Technologies Group Inc (SHLS)
FTCI
FTC Solar Inc
$5.23
-10.29%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $76.03M
SHLS
Shoals Technologies Group Inc
$10.81
-15.35%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shoals Technologies Group Inc generates 457% more annual revenue ($535.53M vs $96.15M). SHLS leads profitability with a 6.3% profit margin vs -44.9%. SHLS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
FTCI
Avoid21
out of 100
Grade: F
SHLS
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FTCI.
Margin of Safety
+49.0%
Fair Value
$19.20
Current Price
$10.81
$8.39 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 74.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 21.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -956.0% — below average capital efficiency
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
6.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FTCI
The strongest argument for FTCI centers on Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : SHLS
The strongest argument for SHLS centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 74.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.08 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FTCI
The primary concerns for FTCI are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SHLS
The primary concerns for SHLS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 62.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTCI profiles as a turnaround stock while SHLS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTCI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.80 — expect wider price swings.
SHLS is growing revenue faster at 74.9% — sustainability is the question.
FTCI generates stronger free cash flow (-13M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHLS scores higher overall (60/100 vs 21/100) and 74.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
FTC Solar Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOLAR · USA
FTC Solar, Inc. provides solar tracking systems and software and engineering services in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
Shoals Technologies Group Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOLAR · USA
Shoals Technologies Group, Inc. provides Electric Balance System (EBOS) solutions for solar energy projects in the United States. The company is headquartered in Portland, Tennessee.
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