The Boeing Company (BA)vsPowell Industries Inc (POWL)
BA
The Boeing Company
$229.03
+2.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $176.67B
POWL
Powell Industries Inc
$277.27
+9.38%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 8175% more annual revenue ($92.18B vs $1.11B). POWL leads profitability with a 16.8% profit margin vs 2.5%. POWL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.45. POWL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
BA
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
POWL
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-42.4%
Fair Value
$160.81
Current Price
$229.03
$68.22 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for POWL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 170 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 15.1x book value
4.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BA
The strongest argument for BA centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 14.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : POWL
The strongest argument for POWL centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.8% and operating margin at 17.0%.
Bear Case : BA
The primary concerns for BA are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 88.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 9.92 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : POWL
The primary concerns for POWL are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 49.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
BA is growing revenue faster at 14.0% — sustainability is the question.
POWL generates stronger free cash flow (42M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
POWL scores higher overall (52/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 16.8% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
The Boeing Company
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
The Boeing Company is an American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells airplanes, rotorcraft, rockets, satellites, telecommunications equipment, and missiles worldwide. The company also provides leasing and product support services.
Powell Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Powell Industries, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, sells, and services custom-designed equipment and systems for the distribution, control, and monitoring of electrical power. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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