MYR Group Inc (MYRG)vsSterling Construction Company Inc (STRL)
MYRG
MYR Group Inc
$445.66
-1.27%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.94B
STRL
Sterling Construction Company Inc
$882.43
-11.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $26.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
MYR Group Inc generates 33% more annual revenue ($3.82B vs $2.88B). STRL leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 3.7%. STRL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. STRL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
MYRG
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
STRL
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 106.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
Revenue surging 91.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 141.4% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.9x book value
3.7% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 24.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MYRG
The strongest argument for MYRG centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STRL
The strongest argument for STRL centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 91.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MYRG
The primary concerns for MYRG are Price/Book, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 49.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : STRL
The primary concerns for STRL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 76.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STRL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
STRL is growing revenue faster at 91.6% — sustainability is the question.
STRL generates stronger free cash flow (146M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
STRL scores higher overall (69/100 vs 58/100) and 91.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
MYR Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
MYR Group Inc., provides electrical construction services in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Henderson, Colorado.
Visit Website →Sterling Construction Company Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Sterling Construction Company, Inc., a construction company, engages in residential construction, specialty services, and heavy civil activities primarily in the southern United States, the Rocky Mountain states, California, and Hawaii. The company is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas.
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