Philip Morris International Inc (PM)vsQuanta Services Inc (PWR)
PM
Philip Morris International Inc
$178.29
-0.58%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $283.36B
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$719.17
+0.49%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $108.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Philip Morris International Inc generates 38% more annual revenue ($41.49B vs $30.12B). PM leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 3.7%. PWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.00. PWR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
PM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
PWR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-67.4%
Fair Value
$109.96
Current Price
$178.29
$68.33 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PWR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 36.0%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 51.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 11.9x book value
3.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PM
The strongest argument for PM centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.7% and operating margin at 36.0%.
Bull Case : PWR
The strongest argument for PWR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PM
The primary concerns for PM are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PWR
The primary concerns for PWR are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. A P/E of 99.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PM profiles as a mature stock while PWR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PWR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
PWR is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
PWR generates stronger free cash flow (172M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PWR scores higher overall (56/100 vs 52/100) and 26.3% revenue growth. 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.
Philip Morris International Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) is a Swiss-American multinational cigarette and tobacco manufacturing company, with products sold in over 180 countries. The most recognized and best selling product of the company is Marlboro.
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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