The Boeing Company (BA)vsGraham Corporation (GHM)
BA
The Boeing Company
$229.03
+2.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $176.67B
GHM
Graham Corporation
$95.34
+5.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 38705% more annual revenue ($92.18B vs $237.56M). GHM leads profitability with a 6.3% profit margin vs 2.5%. GHM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. GHM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
BA
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
GHM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-42.4%
Fair Value
$160.81
Current Price
$229.03
$68.22 premium
Margin of Safety
-39.9%
Fair Value
$63.09
Current Price
$95.34
$32.25 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 170 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 78.6% YoY
Revenue surging 20.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.3% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BA
The strongest argument for BA centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 14.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : GHM
The strongest argument for GHM centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BA
The primary concerns for BA are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 88.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 9.92 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : GHM
The primary concerns for GHM are Market Cap, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 70.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA profiles as a value stock while GHM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
GHM is growing revenue faster at 20.5% — sustainability is the question.
GHM generates stronger free cash flow (2M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GHM scores higher overall (52/100 vs 48/100) and 20.5% 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.
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.
Graham Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Graham Corporation designs, manufactures and supplies vacuum and heat transfer equipment for the chemical, defense, petrochemical, oil refining, power generation / alternative energy and other industries. The company is headquartered in Batavia, New York.
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