The Boeing Company (BA)vsHurco Companies Inc (HURC)
BA
The Boeing Company
$172.67
+3.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $150.34B
HURC
Hurco Companies Inc
$22.25
+2.39%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $136.20M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 51196% more annual revenue ($94.00B vs $183.24M). BA leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs -3.6%. HURC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.51. HURC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BA
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
HURC
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-50.5%
Fair Value
$125.11
Current Price
$172.66
$47.55 premium
Margin of Safety
+25.9%
Fair Value
$23.83
Current Price
$22.25
$1.58 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 68.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 22.4x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BA
The strongest argument for BA centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 1.49 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HURC
The strongest argument for HURC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.51 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BA
The primary concerns for BA are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 67.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 7.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HURC
The primary concerns for HURC are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA profiles as a value stock while HURC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
BA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
BA is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
BA generates stronger free cash flow (631M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HURC scores higher overall (59/100 vs 52/100). 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.
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.
Hurco Companies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Hurco Companies, Inc., an industrial technology company, designs, manufactures and sells computerized machine tools to companies in the metal cutting industry worldwide. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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