General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vsMueller Water Products (MWA)
GD
General Dynamics Corporation
$356.81
+0.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $96.29B
MWA
Mueller Water Products
$23.08
-3.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Dynamics Corporation generates 3609% more annual revenue ($54.86B vs $1.48B). MWA leads profitability with a 15.0% profit margin vs 8.2%. MWA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.96. MWA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
GD
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
MWA
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-56.6%
Fair Value
$229.18
Current Price
$356.81
$127.63 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MWA.
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
Earnings expanding 30.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.1% revenue growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GD
The strongest argument for GD centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : MWA
The strongest argument for MWA centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GD
The primary concerns for GD are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MWA
The primary concerns for MWA are Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MWA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
GD is growing revenue faster at 8.1% — sustainability is the question.
GD generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MWA scores higher overall (72/100 vs 58/100). Both earn "Strong 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 INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Mueller Water Products, Inc. manufactures and markets products and services for use in the transmission, distribution, and metering of water in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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