Zurn Elkay Water [ZWS] vs Ceco Environmental [CECO] Detailed Stock Comparison
Zurn Elkay Water
NYSE
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Ceco Environmental
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Zurn Elkay Water wins in 12 metrics, Ceco Environmental wins in 7 metrics, with 0 ties. Zurn Elkay Water appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Zurn Elkay Water | Ceco Environmental | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 40.07 | 31.80 | Ceco Environmental |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 4.19 | 5.38 | Zurn Elkay Water |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 35.98 | 87.30 | Zurn Elkay Water |
| PEG Ratio | 28.71 | 39.55 | Zurn Elkay Water |
| EV/EBITDA | 19.63 | 28.66 | Zurn Elkay Water |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 10.72% | 8.00% | Zurn Elkay Water |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 16.59% | 9.76% | Zurn Elkay Water |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 16.59% | 9.76% | Zurn Elkay Water |
| Return on Equity | 10.49% | 19.87% | Ceco Environmental |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 6.20% | 3.95% | Zurn Elkay Water |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $271.70M | $7.46M | Zurn Elkay Water |
| Dividend Yield | 0.74% | N/A | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 47.43% | 58.34% | Ceco Environmental |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 4.09 | 2.45 | Ceco Environmental |
| Enterprise Value | $6.88B | $1.84B | Zurn Elkay Water |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 4.35 | 2.81 | Ceco Environmental |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 46.55% | 36.20% | Zurn Elkay Water |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $9 | $19 | Ceco Environmental |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $0.96 | $1.43 | Ceco Environmental |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.77 | 1.39 | Zurn Elkay Water |
Performance
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Zurn Elkay Water vs Ceco Environmental Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zurn Elkay Water | -2.30% | 16.92% | 20.24% | 30.64% | 14.92% | 21.90% |
| Ceco Environmental | -0.20% | -2.66% | 48.36% | 72.27% | 54.41% | 39.90% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zurn Elkay Water | 47.43% | 58.16% | 46.28% | 115.01% | 113.18% | 113.18% |
| Ceco Environmental | 58.34% | 354.40% | 393.71% | 335.05% | 638.49% | 1,120.56% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Zurn Elkay Water vs Ceco Environmental
| Metric | ZWS | CECO |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $6.47B | $1.61B |
| Market Cap Category | Mid cap | Small cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 1,060,170 | 614,201 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 854,960 | 359,487 |
| Last Close | $35.21 | $43.93 |
| 52 Week Range | $27.74 - $41.15 | $17.57 - $46.07 |
| % from 52W High | -14.43% | -4.65% |
| All-Time High | $65.68 (Sep 27, 2021) | $46.07 (Aug 01, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -46.39% | -4.65% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.04% | 0.35% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.27% | 1.12% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.11% | 0.08% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.17% | 0.10% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.10% | 0.20% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 35.98 | 87.30 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $9.19 | $8.45 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.86 | $1.04 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $282.50M | $-2,426,000 |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $264.62M | $14.76M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.74% | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.26 | $0.00 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Zurn Elkay Water vs Ceco Environmental
| Metric | ZWS | CECO |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 40.07 | 31.80 |
| Forward P/E | 28.71 | 39.55 |
| PEG Ratio | 28.71 | 39.55 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 4.09 | 2.45 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 4.19 | 5.38 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $6.47B | $1.61B |
| Enterprise Value | $6.88B | $1.84B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 4.35 | 2.81 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 19.63 | 28.66 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.77 | 1.39 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $9.19 | $8.45 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Zurn Elkay Water vs Ceco Environmental
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) | ZWS | CECO |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $388.80M | $176.70M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $207.80M | $114.54M |
| Gross Profit | $181.00M | $62.16M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $65.10M | $5.51M |
| EBITDA | $87.80M | $10.03M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $56.10M | $55.06M |
| Income Tax | $15.10M | $18.62M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $43.60M | $36.44M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | ZWS | CECO |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $144.70M | $146.47M |
| Total Current Assets | $697.40M | $476.10M |
| Total Current Liabilities | $242.60M | $278.75M |
| Long-Term Debt | $542.70M | $357.50M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $1.55B | $290.05M |
| Retained Earnings | $-1.20B | $42.55M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | N/A | $70.48M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | ZWS | CECO |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $75.90M | $44.62M |
| Capital Expenditures | $0 | $-3.39M |
| Free Cash Flow | $38.60M | $-15.08M |
| Debt Repayment | $-200,000 | $-28.25M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-77.40M | $0 |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | ZWS | CECO |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 4.85M | 2.45M |
| Short Ratio | 6.27 | 9.54 |
| Short % of Float | 0.03% | 0.08% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 1,060,170 | 614,201 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 854,960 | 359,487 |
| Shares Outstanding | 170.31M | 34.98M |
| Float Shares | 149.17M | 30.06M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.12% | 0.18% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.95% | 0.90% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Zurn Elkay Water vs Ceco Environmental
| Metric | ZWS | CECO |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.26 | $0.00 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.74% | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $0.26 | $0.00 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.26% | N/A |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $0.78 | $0.00 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Feb 20, 2025 | N/A |