Sunrun Inc (RUN)vsShoals Technologies Group Inc (SHLS)
RUN
Sunrun Inc
$8.56
-0.81%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.22B
SHLS
Shoals Technologies Group Inc
$7.30
+2.67%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sunrun Inc generates 491% more annual revenue ($3.48B vs $588.06M). RUN leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 5.4%. SHLS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.52. SHLS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
RUN
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SHLS
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+53.9%
Fair Value
$41.57
Current Price
$8.56
$33.01 discount
Margin of Safety
+51.2%
Fair Value
$20.06
Current Price
$7.30
$12.76 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 52.8% year-over-year
Revenue surging 47.4% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Operating margin of 4.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 60.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
5.4% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RUN
The strongest argument for RUN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 52.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHLS
The strongest argument for SHLS centers on Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 47.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.52 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : RUN
The primary concerns for RUN are Operating Margin, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 4.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SHLS
The primary concerns for SHLS are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RUN profiles as a growth stock while SHLS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RUN carries more volatility with a beta of 2.36 — expect wider price swings.
RUN is growing revenue faster at 52.8% — sustainability is the question.
SHLS generates stronger free cash flow (-207,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RUN scores higher overall (57/100 vs 57/100) and 52.8% revenue growth. SHLS offers better value entry with a 51.2% margin of safety. 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.
Sunrun Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOLAR · USA
Sunrun Inc. is dedicated to the design, development, installation, sale, ownership and maintenance of residential solar energy systems in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Visit Website →Shoals Technologies Group Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOLAR · USA
Shoals Technologies Group, Inc. provides Electric Balance System (EBOS) solutions for solar energy projects in the United States. The company is headquartered in Portland, Tennessee.
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