Space Exploration Technologies Corp. Class A Common Stock (SPCX)vsWestinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp (WAB)
SPCX
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. Class A Common Stock
$151.21
+2.04%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.95T
WAB
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
$283.22
+1.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $48.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. Class A Common Stock generates 92% more annual revenue ($23.04B vs $11.98B). WAB leads profitability with a 10.6% profit margin vs -35.7%. WAB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
SPCX
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
WAB
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SPCX.
Margin of Safety
+12.0%
Fair Value
$289.01
Current Price
$283.22
$5.79 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 91.9% year-over-year
17.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.7x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SPCX
The strongest argument for SPCX centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 91.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WAB
The strongest argument for WAB centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SPCX
The primary concerns for SPCX are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WAB
The primary concerns for WAB are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SPCX profiles as a hypergrowth stock while WAB is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPCX is growing revenue faster at 91.9% — sustainability is the question.
WAB generates stronger free cash flow (379M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WAB scores higher overall (61/100 vs 30/100) and 17.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. Class A Common Stock
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. The company is headquartered in Starbase, Texas.
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
Wabtec Corporation (derived from Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation) is an American company formed by the merger of the Westinghouse Air Brake Company (WABCO) and MotivePower Industries Corporation in 1999. It is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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