Energy Recovery Inc (ERII)vsGE Aerospace (GE)
ERII
Energy Recovery Inc
$10.70
-3.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $595.91M
GE
GE Aerospace
$289.93
+2.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $296.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 35691% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $134.99M). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 17.0%. ERII appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.33. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ERII
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+6.4%
Fair Value
$16.50
Current Price
$10.70
$5.80 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 46.5%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.1% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 45 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
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.3x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ERII
The strongest argument for ERII centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 46.5%.
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 : ERII
The primary concerns for ERII are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ERII profiles as a declining stock while GE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
GE is growing revenue faster at 24.7% — 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 57/100), backed by strong 17.9% margins and 24.7% 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.
Energy Recovery Inc
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Energy Recovery, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells various solutions for the industrial fluid flow markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in San Leandro, California.
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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