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Quanta Services Inc(PWR)
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PWR
10/23/2026: PWR (5-star) is a SELL. SELL for 2 days. Simulated Profits (-19.17%). Updated daily EoD!
Quanta Services is a significant provider of specialized infrastructure solutions for the electric power, renewable energy, and communications sectors. Its business is supported by secular growth trends, including grid modernization and the energy transition, providing it with a strong competitive position in North American utility services. While the company has a history of high margins and effective growth through strategic acquisitions, its reliance on heavy capital investment and field labor creates inherent operational risks. The stock may appeal to growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to essential infrastructure, though investors should monitor project execution, labor availability, and shifting regulatory environments.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | Quanta offers significant exposure to the multi-year secular growth theme of energy infrastructure and grid modernization. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Strong backlog growth and steady revenue expansion often support positive price momentum in this sector. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation often commands a premium due to the company's strong market position and growth prospects. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company prioritizes growth reinvestment over high dividend yields. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | The business model is subject to project execution risks and macroeconomic cyclicality. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The stock is susceptible to swings in utility capital spending and broader market economic sentiment. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Higher market expectations for energy transition growth can lead to significant valuation fluctuations. |
| Competition risk (Infrastructure construction) | Medium | Intense competition for skilled labor and contract bidding can pressure margins. |
| Business quality | Strong | Quanta is widely recognized for its deep technical expertise and scale in essential infrastructure services. |
| Dividend income | Low | The company does not focus on being an income-generating stock for dividend-focused portfolios. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Large-scale field operations carry inherent risks regarding project timelines, safety, and cost overruns. |
Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 58.12% | Avg. Invested days 49 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 83.06B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 63.28 | 1Y Target Price 760.39 |
Price to earnings Ratio 63.28 | 1Y Target Price 760.39 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1.0M shares | Beta 1.27 | 52 Weeks Range 408.15 - 788.49 | Updated Date 10/23/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 408.15 - 788.49 | Updated Date 10/23/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.07% | Basic EPS (TTM) 8.73 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Electric Power Infrastructure | Transmission and distribution grid services for utilities. | This is the primary engine of revenue, focused on keeping the lights on and upgrading the aging electric grid. |
| Renewable Energy Solutions | Solar, wind, and storage installation services. | This segment captures the high growth from the transition toward clean energy. |
| Geography (North America) | Operations across the US and Canada. | The company is deeply tied to North American energy and infrastructure regulatory environments. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-10-29 | When Before Market | Estimate 4.68 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 4.03% | Operating Margin (TTM) 7.22% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.23% | Return on Equity (TTM) 15.34% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 63.28 | Forward PE 33 | Enterprise Value 101.55B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.52 |
Enterprise Value 101.55B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.52 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.09 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 32.97 | Shares Outstanding 150.34M | Shares Floating 148.97M |
Shares Outstanding 150.34M | Shares Floating 148.97M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.67 | Percent Institutions 94.08 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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