General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vsKratos Defense & Security Solutions (KTOS)
GD
General Dynamics Corporation
$352.50
+1.81%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $95.31B
KTOS
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
$79.98
+3.21%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Dynamics Corporation generates 3802% more annual revenue ($52.55B vs $1.35B). GD leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs 1.6%. GD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.51. GD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
GD
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
KTOS
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-212.4%
Fair Value
$114.87
Current Price
$352.50
$237.63 premium
Margin of Safety
-1748.0%
Fair Value
$4.75
Current Price
$79.98
$75.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
0.4% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 1.3% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GD
The strongest argument for GD centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : KTOS
The strongest argument for KTOS centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GD
The primary concerns for GD are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : KTOS
The primary concerns for KTOS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 596.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GD profiles as a value stock while KTOS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KTOS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
KTOS is growing revenue faster at 21.9% — sustainability is the question.
GD generates stronger free cash flow (952M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GD scores higher overall (54/100 vs 39/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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 · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is a government contractor for the US Department of Defense. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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