General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vsHoneywell International Inc (HON)
GD
General Dynamics Corporation
$352.50
+1.81%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $95.31B
HON
Honeywell International Inc
$225.79
+1.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $143.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Dynamics Corporation generates 40% more annual revenue ($52.55B vs $37.44B). HON leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 8.0%. HON appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.01. GD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
GD
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
HON
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-212.4%
Fair Value
$114.87
Current Price
$352.50
$237.63 premium
Margin of Safety
-416.2%
Fair Value
$47.19
Current Price
$225.79
$178.60 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.4% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.3x book value
Revenue declined 3.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GD
The strongest argument for GD centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : HON
The strongest argument for HON centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : GD
The primary concerns for GD are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : HON
The primary concerns for HON are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GD profiles as a value stock while HON is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
HON carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
GD is growing revenue faster at 7.8% — sustainability is the question.
HON generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GD scores higher overall (54/100 vs 50/100). 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.
General Dynamics Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
General Dynamics Corporation (GD) is an American aerospace and defense corporation. It is headquartered in Reston, Fairfax County, Virginia.
Visit Website →Honeywell International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Honeywell International Inc. is an American publicly traded, multinational conglomerate headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. It primarily operates in four areas of business: aerospace, building technologies, performance materials and technologies (PMT), and safety and productivity solutions (SPS).
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