The Boeing Company (BA)vsDucommun Incorporated (DCO)
BA
The Boeing Company
$210.45
+2.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $166.33B
DCO
Ducommun Incorporated
$172.73
+3.34%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 10766% more annual revenue ($94.00B vs $865.07M). BA leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs -2.5%. BA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. BA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
BA
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
DCO
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-69.4%
Fair Value
$124.25
Current Price
$210.45
$86.20 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DCO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 56.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 27.3x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -4.9% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BA
The strongest argument for BA centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DCO
The strongest argument for DCO centers on EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BA
The primary concerns for BA are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 73.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 7.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : DCO
The primary concerns for DCO are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA profiles as a value stock while DCO is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
BA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
DCO is growing revenue faster at 11.8% — sustainability is the question.
BA generates stronger free cash flow (631M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BA scores higher overall (52/100 vs 47/100). 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.
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.
Ducommun Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Ducommun Incorporated provides engineering and manufacturing products and services primarily to the aerospace and defense, industrial, medical and other industries in the United States. The company is headquartered in Santa Ana, California.
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