AAR Corp (AIR)vsThe Boeing Company (BA)
AIR
AAR Corp
$146.83
-1.74%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.59B
BA
The Boeing Company
$240.17
+1.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $187.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 2741% more annual revenue ($94.00B vs $3.31B). AIR leads profitability with a 5.7% profit margin vs 2.6%. AIR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.40. AIR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
AIR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
BA
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 23.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 32.3% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
5.7% margin — thin
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIR
The strongest argument for AIR centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 23.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : BA
The strongest argument for BA centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : AIR
The primary concerns for AIR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : BA
The primary concerns for BA are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 85.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 7.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AIR profiles as a growth stock while BA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
AIR is growing revenue faster at 23.0% — sustainability is the question.
AIR generates stronger free cash flow (42M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AIR scores higher overall (61/100 vs 46/100) and 23.0% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
AAR Corp
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
AAR Corp. The company is headquartered in Wood Dale, Illinois.
Visit Website →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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