Emerson Electric Company (EMR)vsGE Aerospace (GE)
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$147.94
+2.10%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $78.21B
GE
GE Aerospace
$353.73
+1.36%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $354.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 176% more annual revenue ($50.64B vs $18.32B). GE leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 13.4%. EMR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.94. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
EMR
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
GE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.2%
Earnings expanding 27.9% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 48 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Revenue surging 21.1% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
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 : EMR
The primary concerns for EMR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 40.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMR profiles as a value 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 (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 17.7% margins and 21.1% 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.
Emerson Electric Company
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Emerson Electric Co. is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Ferguson, Missouri. The Fortune 500 company manufactures products and provides engineering services for a wide range of industrial, commercial, and consumer markets.
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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