IES Holdings Inc (IESC)vsQuanta Services Inc (PWR)
IESC
IES Holdings Inc
$501.27
+1.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.88B
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$573.50
-0.85%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $84.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Quanta Services Inc generates 715% more annual revenue ($28.48B vs $3.49B). IESC leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs 3.6%. IESC trades at a lower P/E of 29.5x. IESC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
IESC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
PWR
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.7%
Fair Value
$787.18
Current Price
$501.27
$285.91 discount
Margin of Safety
-602.0%
Fair Value
$74.64
Current Price
$573.50
$498.86 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 42 in profit
Earnings expanding 65.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
16.2% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
19.7% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.6x book value
2.6% earnings growth
3.6% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IESC
The strongest argument for IESC centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 16.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PWR
The strongest argument for PWR centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : IESC
The primary concerns for IESC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PWR
The primary concerns for PWR are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. A P/E of 83.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IESC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
PWR is growing revenue faster at 19.7% — sustainability is the question.
PWR generates stronger free cash flow (934M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
IESC scores higher overall (57/100 vs 47/100) and 16.2% revenue growth. 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.
IES Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
IES Holdings, Inc. designs and installs integrated electrical and technology systems and provides infrastructure products and services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Visit Website →Quanta Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Quanta Services is an American corporation that provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, industrial and communications industries. Capabilities include the planning, design, installation, program management, maintenance and repair of most types of network infrastructure.
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