General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vsWatts Water Technologies Inc (WTS)
GD
General Dynamics Corporation
$355.90
+0.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $96.29B
WTS
Watts Water Technologies Inc
$356.02
+1.64%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Dynamics Corporation generates 1949% more annual revenue ($54.86B vs $2.68B). WTS leads profitability with a 14.3% profit margin vs 8.2%. 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
WTS
Buy57
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 WTS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 20.9%
18.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GD
The strongest argument for GD centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : WTS
The strongest argument for WTS centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 18.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GD
The primary concerns for GD are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WTS
The primary concerns for WTS are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GD profiles as a value stock while WTS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WTS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
WTS is growing revenue faster at 18.6% — 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 57/100). 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 →Watts Water Technologies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Watts Water Technologies, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells products and systems that manage and conserve the flow of fluids and energy to, through and from buildings in the commercial and residential markets of the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa. . The company is headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts.
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