The Boeing Company (BA)vsMercury Systems Inc (MRCY)
BA
The Boeing Company
$199.61
+1.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $154.36B
MRCY
Mercury Systems Inc
$78.71
+5.67%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 9392% more annual revenue ($89.46B vs $942.54M). BA leads profitability with a 2.5% profit margin vs -3.2%. MRCY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.79. BA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
BA
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
MRCY
Hold37
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MRCY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 57.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
15.4% revenue growth
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -2.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 34.7%
Currently unprofitable
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 : MRCY
The strongest argument for MRCY centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.4% 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 : MRCY
The primary concerns for MRCY are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA profiles as a hypergrowth stock while MRCY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.10 — expect wider price swings.
BA is growing revenue faster at 57.1% — sustainability is the question.
MRCY generates stronger free cash flow (43M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BA scores higher overall (51/100 vs 37/100) 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.
Mercury Systems Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Mercury Systems, Inc., a technology company, manufactures and sells components, modules, and subsystems in the United States, Europe, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts.
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