GE Aerospace (GE)vsUnilever PLC ADR (UL)
GE
GE Aerospace
$297.15
-1.81%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $316.20B
UL
Unilever PLC ADR
$58.40
-0.56%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $130.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Unilever PLC ADR generates 5% more annual revenue ($50.50B vs $48.31B). UL leads profitability with a 18.8% profit margin vs 17.9%. GE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.36. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
UL
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Revenue surging 24.7% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.7x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 3.2%
Earnings declined 3.4%
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 17.9% and operating margin at 20.2%. Revenue growth of 24.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UL
The strongest argument for UL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.8% and operating margin at 20.1%.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : UL
The primary concerns for UL are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while UL is a declining 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 24.7% — sustainability is the question.
UL generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GE scores higher overall (59/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 17.9% margins and 24.7% 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.
Unilever PLC ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Unilever PLC is a fast moving consumer goods company in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Turkey, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, America and Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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