GE Aerospace (GE)vsWW Grainger Inc (GWW)
GE
GE Aerospace
$301.36
+1.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $325.62B
GWW
WW Grainger Inc
$1,340.76
-0.15%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $62.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 169% more annual revenue ($50.64B vs $18.84B). GE leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 9.9%. GWW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
GE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
GWW
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 52 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Revenue surging 21.1% year-over-year
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 20.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.7x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 15.3x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GE
The strongest argument for GE centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.7% and operating margin at 20.6%. Revenue growth of 21.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : GWW
The strongest argument for GWW centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : GWW
The primary concerns for GWW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while GWW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
GE is growing revenue faster at 21.1% — sustainability is the question.
GE generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 17.7% margins and 21.1% 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.
GE Aerospace
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
General Electric Company (GE) is an American multinational conglomerate incorporated in New York City and headquartered in Boston. As of 2018, the company operates through the following segments: aviation, healthcare, power, renewable energy, digital industry, additive manufacturing and venture capital and finance.
WW Grainger Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
W. W. Grainger, Inc. is an American Fortune 500 industrial supply company founded in 1927 in Chicago by William W. (Bill) Grainger.
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