Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc (HII)vsNorthrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)
HII
Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc
$402.56
+0.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.78B
NOC
Northrop Grumman Corporation
$691.21
+1.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $97.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Northrop Grumman Corporation generates 236% more annual revenue ($41.95B vs $12.48B). NOC leads profitability with a 10.0% profit margin vs 4.9%. HII appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.74. HII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
HII
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
NOC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.5%
Fair Value
$720.72
Current Price
$402.56
$318.16 discount
Margin of Safety
+24.9%
Fair Value
$904.35
Current Price
$691.21
$213.14 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
15.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 28.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Generating 3.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.9% margin — thin
Grey zone — moderate risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HII
The strongest argument for HII centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NOC
The strongest argument for NOC centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : HII
The primary concerns for HII are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Thin 4.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NOC
The primary concerns for NOC are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HII profiles as a growth stock while NOC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HII carries more volatility with a beta of 0.28 — expect wider price swings.
HII is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
NOC generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HII scores higher overall (58/100 vs 56/100) and 15.7% revenue growth. NOC offers better value entry with a 24.9% margin of safety. 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.
Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) is the largest military shipbuilding company in the United States as well as a provider of professional services to partners in government and industry.
Northrop Grumman Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) is an American multinational aerospace and defense technology company.
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