AAR Corp (AIR)vsRTX Corporation (RTX)
AIR
AAR Corp
$108.73
+0.10%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.20B
RTX
RTX Corporation
$203.82
-2.64%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $269.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RTX Corporation generates 2653% more annual revenue ($95.99B vs $3.49B). RTX leads profitability with a 8.8% profit margin vs 5.5%. RTX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.18. RTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
AIR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
RTX
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-84.5%
Fair Value
$61.54
Current Price
$108.73
$47.19 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RTX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 24.1% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 34.0% YoY
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.4% earnings growth
5.5% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIR
The strongest argument for AIR centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 24.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RTX
The strongest argument for RTX centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AIR
The primary concerns for AIR are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : RTX
The primary concerns for RTX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AIR profiles as a growth stock while RTX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AIR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
AIR is growing revenue faster at 24.1% — sustainability is the question.
RTX generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RTX scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100) and 11.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
AAR Corp
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
AAR Corp. The company is headquartered in Wood Dale, Illinois.
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INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Raytheon Technologies Corporation is an American multinational aerospace and defense conglomerate headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. It is one of the largest aerospace, intelligence services providers, and defense manufacturers in the world by revenue and market capitalization. Raytheon Technologies (RTX) researches, develops, and manufactures advanced technology products in the aerospace and defense industry, including aircraft engines, avionics, aerostructures, cybersecurity, guided missiles, air defense systems, satellites, and drones.
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