Ducommun Incorporated (DCO)vsGeneral Dynamics Corporation (GD)
DCO
Ducommun Incorporated
$172.73
+3.34%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.51B
GD
General Dynamics Corporation
$355.90
+0.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $96.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Dynamics Corporation generates 6242% more annual revenue ($54.86B vs $865.07M). GD leads profitability with a 8.2% profit margin vs -2.5%. GD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.19. GD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
DCO
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
GD
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DCO.
Margin of Safety
-56.6%
Fair Value
$229.18
Current Price
$355.90
$126.72 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 56.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -4.9% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DCO
The strongest argument for DCO centers on EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : GD
The strongest argument for GD centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : DCO
The primary concerns for DCO are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : GD
The primary concerns for GD are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DCO profiles as a turnaround stock while GD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
DCO is growing revenue faster at 11.8% — sustainability is the question.
GD generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GD scores higher overall (58/100 vs 47/100). 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.
Ducommun Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Ducommun Incorporated provides engineering and manufacturing products and services primarily to the aerospace and defense, industrial, medical and other industries in the United States. The company is headquartered in Santa Ana, California.
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INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
General Dynamics Corporation (GD) is an American aerospace and defense corporation. It is headquartered in Reston, Fairfax County, Virginia.
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