Advanced Energy [AEIS] vs Acuity Brands [AYI] Detailed Stock Comparison
Advanced Energy
NASDAQ
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Acuity Brands
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Advanced Energy wins in 2 metrics, Acuity Brands wins in 17 metrics, with 0 ties. Acuity Brands appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Advanced Energy | Acuity Brands | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 63.72 | 24.27 | Acuity Brands |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 4.32 | 3.62 | Acuity Brands |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 54.68 | 42.01 | Acuity Brands |
| PEG Ratio | 28.92 | 16.80 | Acuity Brands |
| EV/EBITDA | 27.67 | 14.39 | Acuity Brands |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 5.12% | 9.63% | Acuity Brands |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 8.74% | 14.51% | Acuity Brands |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 8.74% | 14.51% | Acuity Brands |
| Return on Equity | 7.03% | 16.60% | Acuity Brands |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 3.14% | 8.90% | Acuity Brands |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $73.96M | $555.20M | Acuity Brands |
| Dividend Yield | 0.35% | 0.23% | Advanced Energy |
| 1-Year Return | 51.70% | 34.18% | Advanced Energy |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 3.32 | 2.26 | Acuity Brands |
| Enterprise Value | $5.25B | $10.06B | Acuity Brands |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 3.21 | 2.41 | Acuity Brands |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 37.01% | 48.38% | Acuity Brands |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $44 | $135 | Acuity Brands |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $2.26 | $12.69 | Acuity Brands |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | N/A | 1.64 | N/A |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Advanced Energy vs Acuity Brands Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Energy | 2.95% | 11.51% | 9.23% | 36.41% | 33.67% | 30.76% |
| Acuity Brands | 0.74% | 0.74% | 0.98% | 19.82% | -4.07% | 2.87% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Energy | 51.70% | 58.76% | 88.45% | 466.14% | 879.99% | 1,297.78% |
| Acuity Brands | 34.18% | 67.59% | 181.64% | 45.63% | 682.62% | 965.95% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Advanced Energy vs Acuity Brands
| Metric | AEIS | AYI |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $5.43B | $9.44B |
| Market Cap Category | Mid cap | Mid cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 409,580 | 324,040 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 357,500 | 346,810 |
| Last Close | $150.82 | $307.08 |
| 52 Week Range | $75.01 - $152.23 | $216.81 - $345.30 |
| % from 52W High | -0.93% | -11.07% |
| All-Time High | $152.23 (Aug 08, 2025) | $345.30 (Jan 20, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -0.93% | -11.07% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.21% | 0.22% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.68% | -0.14% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.05% | 0.10% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.09% | 0.15% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.07% | 0.17% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 54.68 | 42.01 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $33.35 | $85.00 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $18.92 | $12.25 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $190.83M | $573.00M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $101.49M | $381.15M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.35% | 0.23% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.50 | $0.64 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Advanced Energy vs Acuity Brands
| Metric | AEIS | AYI |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 63.72 | 24.27 |
| Forward P/E | 28.92 | 16.80 |
| PEG Ratio | 28.92 | 16.80 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 3.32 | 2.26 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 4.32 | 3.62 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $5.43B | $9.44B |
| Enterprise Value | $5.25B | $10.06B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 3.21 | 2.41 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 27.67 | 14.39 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | N/A | 1.64 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $33.35 | $85.00 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Advanced Energy vs Acuity Brands
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | AEIS | AYI |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $404.60M | $1.01B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $254.10M | $538.30M |
| Gross Profit | $150.50M | $468.00M |
| Research & Development | $54.20M | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $31.80M | $110.20M |
| EBITDA | $50.70M | $144.30M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $29.90M | $102.30M |
| Income Tax | $5.00M | $24.80M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $24.70M | $77.50M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | AEIS | AYI |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $723.00M | $371.80M |
| Total Current Assets | $1.41B | $1.59B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $319.20M | $799.50M |
| Long-Term Debt | $662.10M | $1.06B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $1.23B | $2.58B |
| Retained Earnings | $1.05B | $4.18B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $298.20M | $77.80M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | AEIS | AYI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $29.20M | $196.10M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-13.90M | $-15.00M |
| Free Cash Flow | $15.00M | $192.30M |
| Debt Repayment | $0 | N/A |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-500,000 | $-68.70M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | AEIS | AYI |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 2.51M | 592,328 |
| Short Ratio | 6.74 | 1.49 |
| Short % of Float | 0.11% | 0.02% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 409,580 | 324,040 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 357,500 | 346,810 |
| Shares Outstanding | 37.71M | 30.87M |
| Float Shares | 37.36M | 30.21M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.01% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 1.09% | 1.01% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Advanced Energy vs Acuity Brands
| Metric | AEIS | AYI |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.50 | $0.64 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.35% | 0.23% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $0.43 | $0.57 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.09% | 0.07% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $1.30 | $1.72 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Aug 25, 2025 | Apr 17, 2025 |