The Boeing Company (BA)vsSPX Corp (SPXC)
BA
The Boeing Company
$229.03
+2.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $176.67B
SPXC
SPX Corp
$211.36
-2.31%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 3970% more annual revenue ($92.18B vs $2.27B). SPXC leads profitability with a 10.8% profit margin vs 2.5%. SPXC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. SPXC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
BA
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
SPXC
Buy61
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SPXC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 170 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
19.4% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 27.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : SPXC
The strongest argument for SPXC centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 19.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : SPXC
The primary concerns for SPXC are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA profiles as a value stock while SPXC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPXC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
SPXC is growing revenue faster at 19.4% — sustainability is the question.
SPXC generates stronger free cash flow (127M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SPXC scores higher overall (61/100 vs 48/100) and 19.4% 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.
SPX Corp
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
SPX Corporation supplies infrastructure equipment for the heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC), sensing and measurement, power transmission and generation, and industrial markets in the United States, China, South Africa, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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