Alamo Group Inc (ALG)vsGE Aerospace (GE)
ALG
Alamo Group Inc
$133.70
-2.08%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.79B
GE
GE Aerospace
$323.24
+2.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $313.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 3064% more annual revenue ($52.58B vs $1.66B). GE leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 6.1%. ALG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.76. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ALG
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 52 in profit
15.9% revenue growth
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 0.8%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 19.1x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALG
The strongest argument for ALG centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.76 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GE
The strongest argument for GE centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 18.5%. Revenue growth of 15.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALG
The primary concerns for ALG are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALG profiles as a value stock while GE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
GE is growing revenue faster at 15.9% — sustainability is the question.
GE generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GE scores higher overall (59/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins and 15.9% 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.
Alamo Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Alamo Group Inc. designs, manufactures, distributes and services agricultural and infrastructure maintenance equipment for government and industrial use worldwide. The company is headquartered in Seguin, Texas.
GE Aerospace
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
General Electric Company (GE) is an American multinational conglomerate incorporated in New York City and headquartered in Boston. As of 2018, the company operates through the following segments: aviation, healthcare, power, renewable energy, digital industry, additive manufacturing and venture capital and finance.
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