BWX Technologies Inc (BWXT)vsRTX Corporation (RTX)
BWXT
BWX Technologies Inc
$185.95
-2.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $17.72B
RTX
RTX Corporation
$180.99
+0.07%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $234.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RTX Corporation generates 2577% more annual revenue ($90.37B vs $3.38B). BWXT leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 8.0%. BWXT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.67. BWXT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
BWXT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
RTX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Revenue surging 26.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 20.7% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 32.5% YoY
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 13.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BWXT
The strongest argument for BWXT centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 26.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RTX
The strongest argument for RTX centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : BWXT
The primary concerns for BWXT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 51.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RTX
The primary concerns for RTX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BWXT profiles as a growth stock while RTX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BWXT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
BWXT is growing revenue faster at 26.1% — sustainability is the question.
RTX generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BWXT scores higher overall (64/100 vs 59/100) and 26.1% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
BWX Technologies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
BWX Technologies, Inc. manufactures and sells nuclear components in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia.
RTX Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Raytheon Technologies Corporation is an American multinational aerospace and defense conglomerate headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. It is one of the largest aerospace, intelligence services providers, and defense manufacturers in the world by revenue and market capitalization. Raytheon Technologies (RTX) researches, develops, and manufactures advanced technology products in the aerospace and defense industry, including aircraft engines, avionics, aerostructures, cybersecurity, guided missiles, air defense systems, satellites, and drones.
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