The Boeing Company (BA)vsKratos Defense & Security Solutions (KTOS)
BA
The Boeing Company
$199.61
+1.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $154.36B
KTOS
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
$79.98
+3.21%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 6543% more annual revenue ($89.46B vs $1.35B). BA leads profitability with a 2.5% profit margin vs 1.6%. BA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 6.53. BA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
BA
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
KTOS
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1083.9%
Fair Value
$16.86
Current Price
$199.61
$182.75 premium
Margin of Safety
-1748.0%
Fair Value
$4.75
Current Price
$79.98
$75.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 57.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.5% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 1.3% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BA
The strongest argument for BA centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 57.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KTOS
The strongest argument for KTOS centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BA
The primary concerns for BA are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 79.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 9.92 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : KTOS
The primary concerns for KTOS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 596.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA profiles as a hypergrowth stock while KTOS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KTOS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
BA is growing revenue faster at 57.1% — sustainability is the question.
KTOS generates stronger free cash flow (-12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BA scores higher overall (51/100 vs 39/100) and 57.1% 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.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is a government contractor for the US Department of Defense. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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