Franco-Nevada Corporation (FNV)vsNorthrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)
FNV
Franco-Nevada Corporation
$232.11
+1.78%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $45.21B
NOC
Northrop Grumman Corporation
$549.52
-0.50%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $78.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Northrop Grumman Corporation generates 2248% more annual revenue ($42.37B vs $1.80B). FNV leads profitability with a 61.6% profit margin vs 10.8%. NOC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.16. FNV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
FNV
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
NOC
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-54.5%
Fair Value
$166.74
Current Price
$232.11
$65.37 premium
Margin of Safety
-60.9%
Fair Value
$421.87
Current Price
$549.52
$127.65 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 62 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 76.1%
Revenue surging 85.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 108.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 84.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
4.4% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FNV
The strongest argument for FNV centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 61.6% and operating margin at 76.1%. Revenue growth of 85.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NOC
The strongest argument for NOC centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : FNV
The primary concerns for FNV are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow. A P/E of 40.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NOC
The primary concerns for NOC are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FNV profiles as a growth stock while NOC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FNV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
FNV is growing revenue faster at 85.8% — sustainability is the question.
FNV generates stronger free cash flow (-1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FNV scores higher overall (68/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 61.6% margins and 85.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Franco-Nevada Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Franco-Nevada Corporation is a gold-focused royalty and flow company in the United States, Latin America, Canada, Australia, Europe and Africa, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) is an American multinational aerospace and defense technology company.
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