Accenture plc (ACN)vsThe Boeing Company (BA)
ACN
Accenture plc
$192.29
-0.65%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $118.34B
BA
The Boeing Company
$199.61
+1.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $154.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 24% more annual revenue ($89.46B vs $72.11B). ACN leads profitability with a 10.6% profit margin vs 2.5%. ACN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.55. ACN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
ACN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
BA
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-19.5%
Fair Value
$160.91
Current Price
$192.29
$31.38 premium
Margin of Safety
-1083.9%
Fair Value
$16.86
Current Price
$199.61
$182.75 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.7B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 57.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.5% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACN
The strongest argument for ACN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : BA
The strongest argument for BA centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 57.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACN
The primary concerns for ACN are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : BA
The primary concerns for BA are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 79.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 9.92 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACN profiles as a value stock while BA is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ACN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
BA is growing revenue faster at 57.1% — sustainability is the question.
ACN generates stronger free cash flow (3.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ACN scores higher overall (60/100 vs 51/100). Both earn "Buy" and "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.
Accenture plc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Accenture plc is an Irish-domiciled multinational company that provides consulting and processing services. It has been incorporated in Dublin, Ireland since 2009.
The Boeing Company
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
The Boeing Company is an American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells airplanes, rotorcraft, rockets, satellites, telecommunications equipment, and missiles worldwide. The company also provides leasing and product support services.
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