The Boeing Company (BA)vsZTO Express (Cayman) Inc (ZTO)
BA
The Boeing Company
$210.45
+2.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $166.33B
ZTO
ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc
$20.61
-1.15%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 73% more annual revenue ($94.00B vs $54.21B). ZTO leads profitability with a 19.0% profit margin vs 2.6%. ZTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.07. ZTO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
BA
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
ZTO
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-69.4%
Fair Value
$124.25
Current Price
$210.45
$86.20 premium
Margin of Safety
+65.7%
Fair Value
$72.52
Current Price
$20.61
$51.91 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 58.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Revenue surging 23.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 27.3x book value
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BA
The strongest argument for BA centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ZTO
The strongest argument for ZTO centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 22.2%. Revenue growth of 23.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BA
The primary concerns for BA are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 73.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 7.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ZTO
No major red flags identified for ZTO, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA profiles as a value stock while ZTO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
ZTO is growing revenue faster at 23.0% — sustainability is the question.
ZTO generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ZTO scores higher overall (80/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 19.0% margins and 23.0% 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.
ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · China
ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc. provides express delivery and other value-added logistics services in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
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