Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM)vsWillis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC)
HWM
Howmet Aerospace Inc
$250.72
-1.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $100.31B
WLFC
Willis Lease Finance Corporation
$183.96
+3.65%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Howmet Aerospace Inc generates 1044% more annual revenue ($8.62B vs $753.47M). HWM leads profitability with a 20.2% profit margin vs 16.2%. HWM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. WLFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
HWM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
WLFC
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Earnings expanding 71.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 37.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 24.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 47.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 18.2x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HWM
The strongest argument for HWM centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.2% and operating margin at 28.2%. Revenue growth of 19.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WLFC
The strongest argument for WLFC centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.2% and operating margin at 37.3%. Revenue growth of 24.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HWM
The primary concerns for HWM are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 58.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WLFC
The primary concerns for WLFC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 3.25 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HWM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
WLFC is growing revenue faster at 24.6% — sustainability is the question.
HWM generates stronger free cash flow (359M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WLFC scores higher overall (76/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 16.2% margins and 24.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
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.
Willis Lease Finance Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
Willis Lease Finance Corporation is a global lessor and manager of commercial aircraft and aircraft engines. The company is headquartered in Coconut Creek, Florida.
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