GE Aerospace (GE)vsWoodward Inc (WWD)
GE
GE Aerospace
$328.00
+0.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $331.96B
WWD
Woodward Inc
$357.74
-0.73%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $23.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 1109% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $4.00B). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 12.9%. WWD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.45. WWD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
WWD
Buy63
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 48 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Revenue surging 24.7% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Revenue surging 23.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 23.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 18.4x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.4x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : WWD
The strongest argument for WWD centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WWD
The primary concerns for WWD are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 46.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
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.
GE generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WWD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 59/100) and 23.4% 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.
Woodward Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Woodward, Inc. designs, manufactures and services control solutions for the aerospace and industrial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado.
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