The Boeing Company (BA)vsSturm Ruger & Company Inc (RGR)
BA
The Boeing Company
$199.61
+1.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $154.36B
RGR
Sturm Ruger & Company Inc
$40.74
+2.65%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $632.83M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 12143% more annual revenue ($89.46B vs $730.74M). RGR leads profitability with a 21.3% profit margin vs 2.5%. RGR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
BA
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
RGR
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1083.9%
Fair Value
$16.86
Current Price
$199.61
$182.75 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RGR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 57.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 50 in profit
Revenue surging 53.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 138.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.5% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BA
The strongest argument for BA centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 57.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RGR
The strongest argument for RGR centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.3% and operating margin at 29.8%. Revenue growth of 53.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BA
The primary concerns for BA are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 79.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 9.92 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RGR
The primary concerns for RGR are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA profiles as a hypergrowth stock while RGR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.10 — expect wider price swings.
BA is growing revenue faster at 57.1% — sustainability is the question.
RGR generates stronger free cash flow (12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RGR scores higher overall (78/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 21.3% margins and 53.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Sturm Ruger & Company Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells firearms under the Ruger name and trademark in the United States. The company is headquartered in Southport, Connecticut.
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