Fuel Tech Inc (FTEK)vsZurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation (ZWS)
FTEK
Fuel Tech Inc
$1.27
+0.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $38.08M
ZWS
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
$46.21
+1.63%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation generates 6257% more annual revenue ($1.70B vs $26.68M). ZWS leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs -8.7%. ZWS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.68. ZWS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
FTEK
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
ZWS
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FTEK.
Margin of Safety
-51.8%
Fair Value
$33.96
Current Price
$46.21
$12.25 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 37.2% year-over-year
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.8% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -5.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FTEK
The strongest argument for FTEK centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 37.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ZWS
ZWS has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : FTEK
The primary concerns for FTEK are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : ZWS
The primary concerns for ZWS are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTEK profiles as a hypergrowth stock while ZWS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTEK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
FTEK is growing revenue faster at 37.2% — sustainability is the question.
ZWS generates stronger free cash flow (83M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ZWS scores higher overall (56/100 vs 52/100). 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.
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.
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Zurn Water Solutions Corporation designs, acquires, manufactures, and markets water system solutions that provide and improve water quality, safety, flow control, and conservation in and around non-residential buildings. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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