General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vsWaste Connections Inc (WCN)
GD
General Dynamics Corporation
$344.30
+1.64%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $93.11B
WCN
Waste Connections Inc
$164.72
+0.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $41.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Dynamics Corporation generates 447% more annual revenue ($52.55B vs $9.61B). WCN leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs 8.0%. WCN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.77. GD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
GD
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
WCN
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-25.5%
Fair Value
$285.95
Current Price
$344.30
$58.35 premium
Margin of Safety
-1.3%
Fair Value
$169.53
Current Price
$164.72
$4.81 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.4% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 7.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GD
The strongest argument for GD centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : WCN
WCN has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : GD
The primary concerns for GD are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WCN
The primary concerns for WCN are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WCN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.61 — expect wider price swings.
GD is growing revenue faster at 7.8% — sustainability is the question.
GD generates stronger free cash flow (952M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GD scores higher overall (54/100 vs 49/100). 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 · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Waste Connections, Inc. provides waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Vaughan, Canada.
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