Ducommun Incorporated (DCO)vsGE Aerospace (GE)
DCO
Ducommun Incorporated
$126.76
+2.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.81B
GE
GE Aerospace
$296.56
+2.04%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $306.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 5460% more annual revenue ($45.85B vs $824.73M). GE leads profitability with a 19.0% profit margin vs -4.1%. DCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.34. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
DCO
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
GE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DCO.
Margin of Safety
+21.3%
Fair Value
$376.74
Current Price
$296.56
$80.18 discount
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 45 in profit
17.6% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 37.4% YoY
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -5.1% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.7x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DCO
The strongest argument for DCO centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : GE
The strongest argument for GE centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 19.6%. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DCO
The primary concerns for DCO 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
DCO profiles as a turnaround stock while GE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
GE is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
GE generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 19.0% margins and 17.6% 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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