Ceco Environmental [CECO] vs Federal Signal [FSS] Detailed Stock Comparison
Ceco Environmental
NASDAQ
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Federal Signal
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Ceco Environmental wins in 7 metrics, Federal Signal wins in 12 metrics, with 0 ties. Federal Signal appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Ceco Environmental | Federal Signal | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 35.16 | 33.00 | Federal Signal |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 5.95 | 5.71 | Federal Signal |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 87.30 | 23.48 | Federal Signal |
| PEG Ratio | 0.33 | 1.83 | Ceco Environmental |
| EV/EBITDA | 31.23 | 19.44 | Federal Signal |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 8.00% | 11.22% | Federal Signal |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 9.76% | 17.29% | Federal Signal |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 9.76% | 17.29% | Federal Signal |
| Return on Equity | 19.87% | 18.77% | Ceco Environmental |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 3.95% | 10.73% | Federal Signal |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $7.46M | $190.70M | Federal Signal |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.23% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 81.71% | 30.62% | Ceco Environmental |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 2.71 | 3.65 | Ceco Environmental |
| Enterprise Value | $2.01B | $7.43B | Federal Signal |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 3.06 | 3.77 | Ceco Environmental |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 36.20% | 30.04% | Ceco Environmental |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $19 | $32 | Federal Signal |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $1.43 | $3.59 | Federal Signal |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.28 | 1.29 | Ceco Environmental |
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Ceco Environmental vs Federal Signal Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ceco Environmental | 5.61% | 2.07% | 8.29% | 67.60% | 151.27% | 60.13% |
| Federal Signal | -0.09% | -3.08% | -2.93% | 6.93% | 62.42% | 28.42% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ceco Environmental | 81.71% | 434.89% | 529.29% | 471.36% | 736.61% | 1,024.83% |
| Federal Signal | 30.62% | 187.90% | 279.71% | 695.63% | 2,077.76% | 620.62% |
News Based Sentiment: Ceco Environmental vs Federal Signal
Ceco Environmental
News based Sentiment: POSITIVE
Ceco Environmental experienced a significant surge in stock price and positive analyst revisions following a strong Q2 earnings report. The company exceeded expectations on both revenue and earnings, leading to increased investor confidence and a revised outlook for future growth, making this a noteworthy month for investors.
Federal Signal
News based Sentiment: MIXED
October presented a mixed picture for Federal Signal, with a downgrade from Zacks Research countered by optimistic earnings guidance and increased institutional investment. The company's strong financial performance and growth strategy remain intact, but the downgrade introduces a degree of caution for investors.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Ceco Environmental vs Federal Signal
| Metric | CECO | FSS |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $1.78B | $7.45B |
| Market Cap Category | Small cap | Mid cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 563,990 | 505,560 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 567,753 | 434,393 |
| Last Close | $53.10 | $118.36 |
| 52 Week Range | $17.57 - $53.39 | $66.47 - $130.30 |
| % from 52W High | -0.54% | -9.16% |
| All-Time High | $53.39 (Oct 06, 2025) | $130.02 (Aug 12, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -0.54% | -8.97% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.35% | 0.15% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 1.12% | 0.17% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.08% | 0.11% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.10% | 0.17% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.20% | 0.19% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 87.30 | 23.48 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $8.45 | $20.76 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $1.04 | $1.06 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $-2,426,000 | $255.80M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $14.76M | $235.62M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.23% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.00 | $0.24 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Ceco Environmental vs Federal Signal
| Metric | CECO | FSS |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 35.16 | 33.00 |
| Forward P/E | 43.72 | 31.76 |
| PEG Ratio | 0.33 | 1.83 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 2.71 | 3.65 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 5.95 | 5.71 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $1.78B | $7.45B |
| Enterprise Value | $2.01B | $7.43B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 3.06 | 3.77 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 31.23 | 19.44 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.28 | 1.29 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $8.45 | $20.76 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Ceco Environmental vs Federal Signal
Financial Metrics
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EBITDA
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Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
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Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CECO | FSS |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $176.70M | $463.80M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $114.54M | $333.00M |
| Gross Profit | $62.16M | $130.80M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $5.51M | $66.30M |
| EBITDA | $10.03M | $84.30M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $55.06M | $62.00M |
| Income Tax | $18.62M | $15.70M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $36.44M | $46.30M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CECO | FSS |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $146.47M | $57.50M |
| Total Current Assets | $476.10M | $664.80M |
| Total Current Liabilities | $278.75M | $278.40M |
| Long-Term Debt | $357.50M | $288.20M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $290.05M | $1.20B |
| Retained Earnings | $42.55M | $1.14B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $70.48M | $697.80M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CECO | FSS |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $44.62M | $68.10M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-3.39M | $-5.60M |
| Free Cash Flow | $-15.08M | $31.10M |
| Debt Repayment | $-28.25M | $0 |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $0 | $-27.10M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | CECO | FSS |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 2.25M | 2.86M |
| Short Ratio | 5.01 | 8.68 |
| Short % of Float | 0.08% | 0.07% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 563,990 | 505,560 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 567,753 | 434,393 |
| Shares Outstanding | 34.98M | 61.10M |
| Float Shares | 30.00M | 59.23M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.18% | 0.03% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.92% | 1.04% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Ceco Environmental vs Federal Signal
| Metric | CECO | FSS |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.00 | $0.24 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.23% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $0.00 | $0.32 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.16% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $0.00 | $0.95 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Nov 15, 2024 |