The Boeing Company (BA)vsQuanta Services Inc (PWR)
BA
The Boeing Company
$215.45
-1.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $171.61B
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$719.17
+0.49%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $105.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 206% more annual revenue ($92.18B vs $30.12B). PWR leads profitability with a 3.7% profit margin vs 2.5%. PWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.90. PWR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
BA
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
PWR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-80.2%
Fair Value
$119.81
Current Price
$215.45
$95.64 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PWR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 51.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 26.3% 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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 11.9x book value
3.7% 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 : PWR
The strongest argument for PWR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BA
The primary concerns for BA are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 86.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 7.89 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PWR
The primary concerns for PWR are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. A P/E of 97.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA profiles as a value stock while PWR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PWR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
PWR is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
PWR generates stronger free cash flow (172M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PWR scores higher overall (56/100 vs 48/100) and 26.3% 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.
Quanta Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Quanta Services is an American corporation that provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, industrial and communications industries. Capabilities include the planning, design, installation, program management, maintenance and repair of most types of network infrastructure.
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