Orion Group Holdings Inc (ORN)vsSterling Construction Company Inc (STRL)
ORN
Orion Group Holdings Inc
$14.19
+2.01%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $562.26M
STRL
Sterling Construction Company Inc
$882.43
-11.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $26.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sterling Construction Company Inc generates 228% more annual revenue ($2.88B vs $879.91M). STRL leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 1.0%. ORN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.62. STRL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
ORN
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
STRL
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.4%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 24.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ORN
The strongest argument for ORN centers on PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 14.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.62 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : ORN
The primary concerns for ORN are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 63.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.0% 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
ORN profiles as a value stock while STRL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
Bottom Line
STRL scores higher overall (69/100 vs 51/100) 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.
Orion Group Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Orion Group Holdings, Inc. is a construction company specializing in the construction, industrial and infrastructure sectors in the continental United States, Alaska, Canada and the Caribbean Basin. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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