Dycom Industries Inc (DY)vsGE Aerospace (GE)
DY
Dycom Industries Inc
$466.28
-4.56%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.08B
GE
GE Aerospace
$328.00
+0.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $331.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 673% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $6.25B). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 5.0%. DY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.50. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
DY
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 56.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 43.5% 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
5.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 18.4x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DY
The strongest argument for DY centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 56.1% 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 : DY
The primary concerns for DY are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 44.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DY profiles as a hypergrowth stock while GE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
DY is growing revenue faster at 56.1% — sustainability is the question.
GE generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GE scores higher overall (59/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 17.9% margins and 24.7% 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.
Dycom Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Dycom Industries, Inc. provides specialized recruiting services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
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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