General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vsQuanta Services Inc (PWR)
GD
General Dynamics Corporation
$355.90
+0.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $96.29B
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$650.58
+5.15%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $97.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Dynamics Corporation generates 67% more annual revenue ($54.86B vs $32.91B). GD leads profitability with a 8.2% profit margin vs 4.0%. PWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.40. PWR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
GD
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
PWR
Buy63
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PWR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 41.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 94.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.1x book value
4.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GD
The strongest argument for GD centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : PWR
The strongest argument for PWR centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 41.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GD
The primary concerns for GD are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PWR
The primary concerns for PWR are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 74.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GD profiles as a value stock while PWR is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PWR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
PWR is growing revenue faster at 41.1% — sustainability is the question.
GD generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PWR scores higher overall (63/100 vs 58/100) and 41.1% 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.
Visit Website →Quanta Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Quanta Services is an American corporation that provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, industrial and communications industries. Capabilities include the planning, design, installation, program management, maintenance and repair of most types of network infrastructure.
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