Crane Company (CR)vsGE Vernova LLC (GEV)
CR
Crane Company
$174.58
+0.85%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.05B
GEV
GE Vernova LLC
$923.69
+1.57%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $246.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Vernova LLC generates 1552% more annual revenue ($38.07B vs $2.31B). CR leads profitability with a 15.9% profit margin vs 12.8%. CR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.17. GEV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
CR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
GEV
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-397.8%
Fair Value
$40.30
Current Price
$174.58
$134.28 premium
Margin of Safety
-6.0%
Fair Value
$829.76
Current Price
$923.69
$93.93 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.2% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
3.8% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 22.3x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CR
Profitability is solid with margins at 15.9% and operating margin at 16.1%.
Bull Case : GEV
The strongest argument for GEV centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CR
The primary concerns for CR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : GEV
The primary concerns for GEV are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 51.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CR profiles as a mature stock while GEV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CR is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
GEV generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CR scores higher overall (55/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 15.9% margins. 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.
Crane Company
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Crane Co. manufactures and sells industrial engineering products in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, continental Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
GE Vernova LLC, an energy business company, generates electricity.
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