The Boeing Company (BA)vsWabash National Corporation (WNC)
BA
The Boeing Company
$171.56
-1.71%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $135.94B
WNC
Wabash National Corporation
$11.71
-2.66%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $470.53M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 6151% more annual revenue ($94.91B vs $1.52B). BA leads profitability with a 8.1% profit margin vs -9.1%. WNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. WNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
BA
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
WNC
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-37.5%
Fair Value
$126.10
Current Price
$171.56
$45.46 premium
Margin of Safety
-6.8%
Fair Value
$11.38
Current Price
$11.71
$0.33 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 117 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 1274.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 24.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.9% revenue growth
Operating margin of 0.3%
Trading at 20.8x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -51.2% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BA
The strongest argument for BA centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : WNC
The strongest argument for WNC centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 24.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BA
The primary concerns for BA are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 7.01 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WNC
The primary concerns for WNC are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA profiles as a value stock while WNC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WNC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
WNC is growing revenue faster at 24.8% — sustainability is the question.
BA generates stronger free cash flow (464M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WNC scores higher overall (62/100 vs 50/100) and 24.8% revenue growth. 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.
Wabash National Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Wabash National Corporation designs, manufactures, and distributes engineered solutions for the transportation, logistics, and distribution industries primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in Lafayette, Indiana.
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