The Boeing Company (BA)vsHub Group Inc (HUBG)
BA
The Boeing Company
$229.03
+2.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $176.67B
HUBG
Hub Group Inc
$42.77
-2.75%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 2372% more annual revenue ($92.18B vs $3.73B). HUBG leads profitability with a 2.8% profit margin vs 2.5%. HUBG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.18. HUBG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
BA
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
HUBG
Buy53
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
+36.5%
Fair Value
$66.94
Current Price
$42.77
$24.17 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 170 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
2.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
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 : HUBG
The strongest argument for HUBG centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
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 : HUBG
The primary concerns for HUBG are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HUBG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
BA is growing revenue faster at 14.0% — sustainability is the question.
HUBG generates stronger free cash flow (19M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HUBG scores higher overall (53/100 vs 48/100). 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.
Hub Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
Hub Group, Inc., a light asset freight management company, provides intermodal services, truck brokerage, trucking, managed transportation, cargo consolidation, warehousing, last mile delivery, international transportation, and other freight services. logistics in North America. The company is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois.
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