General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vsWerner Enterprises Inc (WERN)
GD
General Dynamics Corporation
$355.90
+0.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $96.29B
WERN
Werner Enterprises Inc
$37.28
-3.39%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Dynamics Corporation generates 1587% more annual revenue ($54.86B vs $3.25B). GD leads profitability with a 8.2% profit margin vs -1.4%. GD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.19. GD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
GD
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
WERN
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-56.6%
Fair Value
$229.18
Current Price
$355.90
$126.72 premium
Margin of Safety
-3.3%
Fair Value
$33.35
Current Price
$37.28
$3.93 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 24.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -0.6% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 85.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GD
The strongest argument for GD centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : WERN
The strongest argument for WERN centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 24.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GD
The primary concerns for GD are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WERN
The primary concerns for WERN are Operating Margin, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GD profiles as a value stock while WERN is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WERN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
WERN is growing revenue faster at 24.0% — sustainability is the question.
GD generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GD scores higher overall (58/100 vs 46/100). 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 · TRUCKING · USA
Werner Enterprises, Inc., a transportation and logistics company, is engaged in the transportation of general freight shipments in interstate and intrastate commerce in the United States, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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