Fuel Tech Inc (FTEK)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
FTEK
Fuel Tech Inc
$1.73
+6.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $43.08M
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$122.86
+0.11%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $64.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 101782% more annual revenue ($27.82B vs $27.30M). PCAR leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs -12.8%. PCAR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.00. PCAR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
FTEK
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
PCAR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+40.4%
Fair Value
$2.23
Current Price
$1.73
$0.50 discount
Margin of Safety
-43.2%
Fair Value
$85.69
Current Price
$122.86
$37.17 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 276.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
16.7% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
0.5% revenue growth
4.2% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FTEK
The strongest argument for FTEK centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 1.00 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FTEK
The primary concerns for FTEK are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTEK profiles as a growth stock while PCAR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTEK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
FTEK is growing revenue faster at 16.7% — sustainability is the question.
PCAR generates stronger free cash flow (309M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PCAR scores higher overall (54/100 vs 45/100). FTEK offers better value entry with a 40.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Fuel Tech Inc
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Fuel Tech, Inc. provides boiler optimization, efficiency improvement, and air pollution control and reduction solutions to industrial and utility customers around the world. The company is headquartered in Warrenville, Illinois.
PACCAR Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
PACCAR Inc is an American Fortune 500 company and counts among the largest manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the world. PACCAR is engaged in the design, manufacture and customer support of light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, Leyland Trucks, and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures powertrains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
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