General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vsGlobal Payments Inc (GPN)
GD
General Dynamics Corporation
$355.90
+0.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $96.29B
GPN
Global Payments Inc
$88.29
-0.29%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $24.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Dynamics Corporation generates 437% more annual revenue ($54.86B vs $10.21B). GD leads profitability with a 8.2% profit margin vs -9.2%. GPN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.27. GPN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GD
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
GPN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-56.6%
Fair Value
$229.18
Current Price
$355.90
$126.72 premium
Margin of Safety
+49.5%
Fair Value
$142.91
Current Price
$88.29
$54.62 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 68.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -4.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 95.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GD
The strongest argument for GD centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : GPN
The strongest argument for GPN centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 68.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GD
The primary concerns for GD are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : GPN
The primary concerns for GPN are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. A P/E of 44.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GD profiles as a value stock while GPN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GPN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.78 — expect wider price swings.
GPN is growing revenue faster at 68.6% — sustainability is the question.
GD generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GPN scores higher overall (59/100 vs 58/100) and 68.6% 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.
General Dynamics Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
General Dynamics Corporation (GD) is an American aerospace and defense corporation. It is headquartered in Reston, Fairfax County, Virginia.
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INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Global Payments Inc. is an American company providing financial technology services globally headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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