The Boeing Company (BA)vsWatts Water Technologies Inc (WTS)
BA
The Boeing Company
$229.03
+2.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $176.67B
WTS
Watts Water Technologies Inc
$300.16
+0.97%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 3680% more annual revenue ($92.18B vs $2.44B). WTS leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 2.5%. WTS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.19. WTS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
BA
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
WTS
Buy58
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
Margin of Safety
-44.7%
Fair Value
$217.51
Current Price
$300.16
$82.65 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 170 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
15.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 23.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : WTS
The strongest argument for WTS centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : WTS
The primary concerns for WTS are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA profiles as a value stock while WTS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WTS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
WTS is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
WTS generates stronger free cash flow (140M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WTS scores higher overall (58/100 vs 48/100) and 15.7% 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.
Watts Water Technologies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Watts Water Technologies, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells products and systems that manage and conserve the flow of fluids and energy to, through and from buildings in the commercial and residential markets of the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa. . The company is headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts.
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