BrightView Holdings (BV)vsGE Vernova LLC (GEV)
BV
BrightView Holdings
$12.97
-0.15%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.21B
GEV
GE Vernova LLC
$1,040.15
-0.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $300.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Vernova LLC generates 1343% more annual revenue ($39.38B vs $2.73B). GEV leads profitability with a 23.8% profit margin vs 1.7%. GEV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.86. GEV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
BV
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
GEV
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.5%
Fair Value
$31.45
Current Price
$12.97
$18.48 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GEV.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Earnings expanding 1816.0% YoY
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.3% revenue growth
Generating 4.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.6% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.1x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BV
The strongest argument for BV centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : GEV
The strongest argument for GEV centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.8% and operating margin at 5.5%. Revenue growth of 16.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BV
The primary concerns for BV are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 433.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : GEV
The primary concerns for GEV are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BV profiles as a value stock while GEV is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GEV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
GEV is growing revenue faster at 16.3% — sustainability is the question.
GEV generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GEV scores higher overall (67/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 23.8% margins and 16.3% revenue growth. BV offers better value entry with a 55.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
BrightView Holdings
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
BrightView Holdings, Inc., provides commercial landscaping services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania.
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INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
GE Vernova LLC, an energy business company, generates electricity.
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