Ducommun Incorporated (DCO)vsGE Aerospace (GE)
DCO
Ducommun Incorporated
$172.73
+3.34%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.51B
GE
GE Aerospace
$323.66
-0.15%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $335.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 5754% more annual revenue ($50.64B vs $865.07M). GE leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs -2.5%. DCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.34. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
DCO
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
GE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 56.0% YoY
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -4.9% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
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 : DCO
The strongest argument for DCO centers on EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.8% 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 17.7% and operating margin at 20.6%. Revenue growth of 21.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DCO
The primary concerns for DCO are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DCO profiles as a turnaround 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 47/100), backed by strong 17.7% margins and 21.1% 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.
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.
Visit Website →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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