Curtiss-Wright Corporation (CW)vsGE Aerospace (GE)
CW
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
$765.13
-1.38%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $28.00B
GE
GE Aerospace
$356.47
+0.38%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $357.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 1240% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $3.61B). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 14.2%. CW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.00. CW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
CW
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 29.1% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 48 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Revenue surging 24.7% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.7x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CW
The strongest argument for CW centers on EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 13.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : GE
The strongest argument for GE centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.9% and operating margin at 20.2%. Revenue growth of 24.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CW
The primary concerns for CW are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 55.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 42.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CW profiles as a value stock while GE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
GE is growing revenue faster at 24.7% — sustainability is the question.
GE generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CW scores higher overall (61/100 vs 59/100) and 13.4% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Curtiss-Wright Corporation designs, manufactures and repairs precision components and engineering products and services primarily for the aerospace, defense, general industrial and power generation markets worldwide.
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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