The Boeing Company (BA)vsWabash National Corporation (WNC)
BA
The Boeing Company
$229.03
+2.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $176.67B
WNC
Wabash National Corporation
$8.69
+4.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $340.85M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 5875% more annual revenue ($92.18B vs $1.54B). WNC leads profitability with a 13.7% profit margin vs 2.5%. WNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. WNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
BA
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
WNC
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-42.4%
Fair Value
$160.81
Current Price
$229.03
$68.22 premium
Margin of Safety
+67.6%
Fair Value
$37.53
Current Price
$8.69
$28.84 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 170 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Earnings expanding 1274.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 22.9%
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 : WNC
The strongest argument for WNC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : WNC
The primary concerns for WNC are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA profiles as a value stock while WNC is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
WNC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.66 — expect wider price swings.
BA is growing revenue faster at 14.0% — sustainability is the question.
WNC generates stronger free cash flow (-62M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WNC scores higher overall (72/100 vs 48/100). 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.
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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