Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM)vsMesa Air Group Inc (MESA)
HWM
Howmet Aerospace Inc
$243.04
+2.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $94.83B
MESA
Mesa Air Group Inc
$1.40
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $58.63M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Howmet Aerospace Inc generates 1932% more annual revenue ($8.25B vs $406.02M). HWM leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs -43.7%. HWM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
HWM
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
MESA
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
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
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Trading at 18.2x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -378.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 21.3%
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 : MESA
MESA has a balanced fundamental profile.
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 : MESA
The primary concerns for MESA are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HWM profiles as a mature stock while MESA is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MESA carries more volatility with a beta of 2.49 — expect wider price swings.
HWM is growing revenue faster at 14.6% — sustainability is the question.
HWM generates stronger free cash flow (530M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HWM scores higher overall (69/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 18.3% margins and 14.6% revenue growth. 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.
Mesa Air Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
Mesa Air Group, Inc. is the parent company of Mesa Airlines, Inc. providing regional air transportation services under capacity purchase agreements with American Airlines and United Airlines. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
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