CVD Equipment Corporation (CVV)vsGE Aerospace (GE)
CVV
CVD Equipment Corporation
$4.68
-25.36%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $32.53M
GE
GE Aerospace
$323.66
-0.15%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $335.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 255047% more annual revenue ($50.64B vs $19.85M). CVV leads profitability with a 50.5% profit margin vs 17.7%. GE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.12. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
CVV
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
GE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+30.7%
Fair Value
$6.13
Current Price
$4.68
$1.45 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 51 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 87.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 51 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Revenue surging 21.1% year-over-year
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -15.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 42.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 19.0x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CVV
The strongest argument for CVV centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 50.5% and operating margin at -79.8%.
Bull Case : GE
The strongest argument for GE centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.7% and operating margin at 20.6%. Revenue growth of 21.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CVV
The primary concerns for CVV are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CVV profiles as a declining stock while GE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
GE is growing revenue faster at 21.1% — sustainability is the question.
GE generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 17.7% margins and 21.1% revenue growth. CVV offers better value entry with a 30.7% margin of safety. 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.
CVD Equipment Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
CVD Equipment Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, and sells equipment and process solutions that are used to develop and manufacture materials and coatings for research and industrial applications in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Central Islip, New York.
GE Aerospace
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
General Electric Company (GE) is an American multinational conglomerate incorporated in New York City and headquartered in Boston. As of 2018, the company operates through the following segments: aviation, healthcare, power, renewable energy, digital industry, additive manufacturing and venture capital and finance.
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