GE Aerospace (GE)vsPowell Industries Inc (POWL)
GE
GE Aerospace
$355.11
+1.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $354.01B
POWL
Powell Industries Inc
$186.39
-7.27%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 4373% more annual revenue ($50.64B vs $1.13B). GE leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 16.5%. POWL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.57. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
GE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
POWL
Buy52
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 51 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Revenue surging 21.1% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 1.6%
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 : POWL
The strongest argument for POWL centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.5% and operating margin at 19.4%.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 40.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : POWL
The primary concerns for POWL are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while POWL is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
GE is growing revenue faster at 21.1% — sustainability is the question.
POWL generates stronger free cash flow (49M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 52/100), 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.
Powell Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Powell Industries, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, sells, and services custom-designed equipment and systems for the distribution, control, and monitoring of electrical power. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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