General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vsMarten Transport Ltd (MRTN)
GD
General Dynamics Corporation
$345.84
+0.45%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $93.11B
MRTN
Marten Transport Ltd
$15.15
+0.46%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Dynamics Corporation generates 5982% more annual revenue ($52.55B vs $864.03M). GD leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs 1.7%. MRTN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.83. GD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
GD
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
MRTN
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-25.3%
Fair Value
$286.37
Current Price
$345.84
$59.47 premium
Margin of Safety
+45.6%
Fair Value
$25.20
Current Price
$15.15
$10.05 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.4% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GD
The strongest argument for GD centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : MRTN
The strongest argument for MRTN centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : GD
The primary concerns for GD are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MRTN
The primary concerns for MRTN are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 84.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MRTN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.84 — expect wider price swings.
GD is growing revenue faster at 7.8% — sustainability is the question.
GD generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GD scores higher overall (54/100 vs 41/100). MRTN offers better value entry with a 45.6% margin of safety. 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.
Visit Website →Marten Transport Ltd
INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
Marten Transport, Ltd. is a temperature sensitive cargo truck for carriers in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Mondovi, Wisconsin.
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