Now Inc (DNOW)vsGE Vernova LLC (GEV)
DNOW
Now Inc
$13.49
+2.98%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.36B
GEV
GE Vernova LLC
$1,063.11
-2.37%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $308.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Vernova LLC generates 1296% more annual revenue ($39.38B vs $2.82B). GEV leads profitability with a 23.8% profit margin vs -3.2%. GEV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
DNOW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
GEV
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+22.5%
Fair Value
$21.37
Current Price
$13.49
$7.88 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GEV.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 68.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 90.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Earnings expanding 1816.0% YoY
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.3% revenue growth
Generating 4.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Operating margin of 1.1%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 20.5x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DNOW
The strongest argument for DNOW centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 68.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : GEV
The strongest argument for GEV centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.8% and operating margin at 5.5%. Revenue growth of 16.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DNOW
The primary concerns for DNOW are Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : GEV
The primary concerns for GEV are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DNOW profiles as a hypergrowth stock while GEV is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GEV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
DNOW is growing revenue faster at 68.0% — sustainability is the question.
GEV generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GEV scores higher overall (63/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 23.8% margins and 16.3% revenue growth. DNOW offers better value entry with a 22.5% margin of safety. 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.
Now Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
NOW Inc. distributes downstream power and industrial products for oil refining, chemical processing, LNG terminals, power generation services, and industrial manufacturing operations in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Visit Website →GE Vernova LLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
GE Vernova LLC, an energy business company, generates electricity.
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