Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM)vsWabash National Corporation (WNC)
HWM
Howmet Aerospace Inc
$243.04
+2.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $94.83B
WNC
Wabash National Corporation
$8.69
+4.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $340.85M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Howmet Aerospace Inc generates 435% more annual revenue ($8.25B vs $1.54B). HWM leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 13.7%. WNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. WNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
HWM
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
WNC
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HWM.
Margin of Safety
+67.6%
Fair Value
$37.53
Current Price
$8.69
$28.84 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Earnings expanding 1274.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Trading at 18.2x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 22.9%
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 : WNC
The strongest argument for WNC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : WNC
The primary concerns for WNC are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HWM profiles as a mature stock while WNC is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
WNC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.66 — 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
WNC scores higher overall (72/100 vs 69/100). 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.
Wabash National Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Wabash National Corporation designs, manufactures, and distributes engineered solutions for the transportation, logistics, and distribution industries primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in Lafayette, Indiana.
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