GE Aerospace (GE)vsHyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc (HY)
GE
GE Aerospace
$317.52
-1.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $335.82B
HY
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc
$33.61
-1.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $599.59M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 1343% more annual revenue ($50.64B vs $3.51B). GE leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs -3.3%. HY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.61. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
GE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
HY
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 51 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Revenue surging 21.1% year-over-year
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 18.7x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : HY
The strongest argument for HY centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : HY
The primary concerns for HY are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while HY is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
HY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.65 — expect wider price swings.
GE is growing revenue faster at 21.1% — sustainability is the question.
GE generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 17.7% margins and 21.1% revenue growth. 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.
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.
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. designs, designs, manufactures, sells and services a worldwide line of forklift trucks, accessories and replacement parts. The company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.
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