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FIX hits a record $6.89 billion backlog as technology and industrial demand drive revenue momentum and fuel growth expectations.
Comfort Systems (FIX) concluded the recent trading session at $492.72, signifying a -1.7% move from its prior day's close.
Comfort Systems USA FIX has delivered a stunning 51.8% stock gain over the past three months, comfortably outperforming the broader market and its peers in the Zacks Building Products - Air Conditioner and Heating industry, which rose just 14.8% in the same period. Even the S&P 500 and the broader Construction sector posted comparatively modest gains of 9.1% and 9.2%, respectively.
FIX rides technology-sector momentum with a $6.9 billion backlog and surging demand for data centers and complex projects.
Does Comfort Systems (FIX) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.
The latest trading day saw Comfort Systems (FIX) settling at $510.52, representing a +2.28% change from its previous close.
Comfort Systems (FIX) closed at $499.13 in the latest trading session, marking a +0.1% move from the prior day.
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The latest trading day saw Comfort Systems (FIX) settling at $478.23, representing a -0.13% change from its previous close.
I rate Comfort Systems a Strong Buy with a fair value of $563, driven by robust demand in data centers and chip fabs. The company benefits from US manufacturing policy tailwinds and major tech investments, fueling organic growth and value-accretive acquisitions. Comfort Systems boasts accelerating revenue, record backlog, and margin expansion potential, supported by disciplined M&A and operating leverage.
Here is how Comfort Systems (FIX) and Worthington Enterprises (WOR) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.