The Boeing Company (BA)vsWerner Enterprises Inc (WERN)
BA
The Boeing Company
$215.45
+4.58%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $171.61B
WERN
Werner Enterprises Inc
$43.46
+0.53%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 2902% more annual revenue ($92.18B vs $3.07B). BA leads profitability with a 2.5% profit margin vs -0.3%. WERN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.83. WERN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
BA
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
WERN
Buy54
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
Margin of Safety
-9.7%
Fair Value
$31.41
Current Price
$43.46
$12.05 premium
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 380.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Operating margin of 0.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -0.6% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
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 : WERN
The strongest argument for WERN centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 13.6% 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 : WERN
The primary concerns for WERN are Operating Margin, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA profiles as a value stock while WERN is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
WERN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
BA is growing revenue faster at 14.0% — sustainability is the question.
WERN generates stronger free cash flow (31M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WERN scores higher overall (54/100 vs 48/100) and 13.6% 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.
Werner Enterprises Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
Werner Enterprises, Inc., a transportation and logistics company, is engaged in the transportation of general freight shipments in interstate and intrastate commerce in the United States, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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