Alamo Group Inc (ALG)vsGE Aerospace (GE)
ALG
Alamo Group Inc
$159.03
-3.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.01B
GE
GE Aerospace
$319.70
-0.01%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $331.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 2948% more annual revenue ($50.64B vs $1.66B). GE leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 6.1%. ALG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.86. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
ALG
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
GE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 51 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Revenue surging 21.1% year-over-year
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
6.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 0.8%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 18.8x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALG
The strongest argument for ALG centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.86 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GE
The strongest argument for GE centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.7% and operating margin at 20.6%. Revenue growth of 21.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALG
The primary concerns for ALG are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALG profiles as a value stock while GE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
GE is growing revenue faster at 21.1% — sustainability is the question.
GE generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 17.7% margins and 21.1% revenue growth. 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.
Alamo Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Alamo Group Inc. designs, manufactures, distributes and services agricultural and infrastructure maintenance equipment for government and industrial use worldwide. The company is headquartered in Seguin, Texas.
GE Aerospace
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
General Electric Company (GE) is an American multinational conglomerate incorporated in New York City and headquartered in Boston. As of 2018, the company operates through the following segments: aviation, healthcare, power, renewable energy, digital industry, additive manufacturing and venture capital and finance.
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