Curtiss-Wright Corporation (CW)vsGE Aerospace (GE)
CW
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
$691.52
-3.18%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $26.75B
GE
GE Aerospace
$370.08
-1.19%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $391.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 1304% more annual revenue ($50.64B vs $3.61B). GE leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 14.2%. CW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.00. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
CW
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
GE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 29.1% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 51 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Revenue surging 21.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.7x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CW
The strongest argument for CW centers on EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 13.4% 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 17.7% and operating margin at 20.6%. Revenue growth of 21.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CW
The primary concerns for CW are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 53.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 43.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CW profiles as a value stock while GE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
GE is growing revenue faster at 21.1% — sustainability is the question.
CW generates stronger free cash flow (-17M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 17.7% margins and 21.1% 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.
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Curtiss-Wright Corporation designs, manufactures and repairs precision components and engineering products and services primarily for the aerospace, defense, general industrial and power generation markets worldwide.
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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