Now Inc (DNOW)vsGE Aerospace (GE)
DNOW
Now Inc
$15.65
+1.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.91B
GE
GE Aerospace
$323.66
-0.15%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $335.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 1140% more annual revenue ($50.64B vs $4.08B). GE leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs -4.6%. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
DNOW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
GE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+9.2%
Fair Value
$18.24
Current Price
$15.65
$2.59 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 108.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 90.5% 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
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Operating margin of 1.1%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -6.6% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 19.0x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DNOW
The strongest argument for DNOW centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 108.1% 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 : DNOW
The primary concerns for DNOW are Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DNOW 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.
DNOW is growing revenue faster at 108.1% — sustainability is the question.
GE generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 56/100), 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.
Now Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
NOW Inc. distributes downstream power and industrial products for oil refining, chemical processing, LNG terminals, power generation services, and industrial manufacturing operations in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Visit Website →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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