Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM)vsIcon Energy Corp. (ICON)
HWM
Howmet Aerospace Inc
$243.04
+2.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $94.83B
ICON
Icon Energy Corp.
$1.06
+7.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.47M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Howmet Aerospace Inc generates 73212% more annual revenue ($8.25B vs $11.26M). HWM leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs -37.3%. HWM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
HWM
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
ICON
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HWM.
Margin of Safety
+81.1%
Fair Value
$8.58
Current Price
$1.06
$7.52 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 26.3%
Earnings expanding 20.3% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 104.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 32.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 18.2x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 3.1%
ROE of -25.3% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HWM
The strongest argument for HWM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 26.3%. Revenue growth of 14.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ICON
The strongest argument for ICON centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 104.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HWM
The primary concerns for HWM are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 63.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : ICON
The primary concerns for ICON are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HWM profiles as a mature stock while ICON is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ICON is growing revenue faster at 104.6% — sustainability is the question.
HWM generates stronger free cash flow (530M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HWM scores higher overall (69/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 18.3% margins and 14.6% revenue growth. ICON offers better value entry with a 81.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Howmet Aerospace Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Howmet Aerospace Inc. is an American aerospace company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The company manufactures components for jet engines, fasteners and titanium structures for aerospace applications, and forged aluminum wheels for heavy trucks.
Icon Energy Corp.
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Iconix Brand Group, Inc., a brand management company, owns and licenses a portfolio of consumer brands in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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