Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc (BW)vsGE Aerospace (GE)
BW
Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc
$18.64
+1.39%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.44B
GE
GE Aerospace
$328.00
+0.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $331.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 7293% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $653.49M). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs -13.9%. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BW
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 44.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 48 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Revenue surging 24.7% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -346.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 93.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 18.4x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BW
The strongest argument for BW centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 44.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : GE
The strongest argument for GE centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.9% and operating margin at 20.2%. Revenue growth of 24.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BW
The primary concerns for BW are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BW profiles as a hypergrowth stock while GE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
BW is growing revenue faster at 44.3% — sustainability is the question.
GE generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GE scores higher overall (59/100 vs 33/100), backed by strong 17.9% margins and 24.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc., provides energy and environmental technologies and services for the energy and industrial markets globally. The company is headquartered in Akron, Ohio.
GE Aerospace
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
General Electric Company (GE) is an American multinational conglomerate incorporated in New York City and headquartered in Boston. As of 2018, the company operates through the following segments: aviation, healthcare, power, renewable energy, digital industry, additive manufacturing and venture capital and finance.
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