Aramark Holdings (ARMK)vsRTX Corporation (RTX)
ARMK
Aramark Holdings
$58.55
+3.15%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.18B
RTX
RTX Corporation
$197.68
-0.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $266.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RTX Corporation generates 371% more annual revenue ($93.50B vs $19.85B). RTX leads profitability with a 8.3% profit margin vs 1.9%. ARMK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.88. ARMK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ARMK
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
RTX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-44.8%
Fair Value
$39.30
Current Price
$58.55
$19.25 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RTX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 33.3% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 28.7% YoY
Generating 3.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
1.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.4%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARMK
The strongest argument for ARMK centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.88 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RTX
The strongest argument for RTX centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ARMK
The primary concerns for ARMK are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 40.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.91 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RTX
The primary concerns for RTX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARMK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
RTX is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
RTX generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ARMK scores higher overall (64/100 vs 59/100). 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.
Aramark Holdings
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Aramark provides uniform food, facilities, and services to education, health, business and industrial, sports, recreation, and correctional clients in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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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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