The Boeing Company (BA)vsVertiv Holdings Co (VRT)
BA
The Boeing Company
$231.67
+0.58%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $187.44B
VRT
Vertiv Holdings Co
$293.84
+2.36%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $103.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 719% more annual revenue ($94.00B vs $11.48B). VRT leads profitability with a 15.1% profit margin vs 2.6%. VRT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.14. VRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
BA
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
VRT
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-88.7%
Fair Value
$123.63
Current Price
$231.67
$108.04 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VRT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Earnings expanding 53.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Revenue surging 24.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 26.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BA
The strongest argument for BA centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bull Case : VRT
The strongest argument for VRT centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.1% and operating margin at 20.4%. Revenue growth of 24.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BA
The primary concerns for BA are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 85.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 7.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VRT
The primary concerns for VRT are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 59.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA profiles as a value stock while VRT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VRT carries more volatility with a beta of 2.08 — expect wider price swings.
VRT is growing revenue faster at 24.1% — sustainability is the question.
VRT generates stronger free cash flow (925M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VRT scores higher overall (71/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 15.1% margins and 24.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Vertiv Holdings Co
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Vertiv Holdings Co designs, manufactures and services critical digital infrastructure technologies and lifecycle services for data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial environments in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
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