General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vsKratos Defense & Security Solutions (KTOS)
GD
General Dynamics Corporation
$355.90
+0.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $96.29B
KTOS
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
$46.69
-0.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Dynamics Corporation generates 3503% more annual revenue ($54.86B vs $1.52B). GD leads profitability with a 8.2% profit margin vs 2.0%. GD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.19. GD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
GD
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
KTOS
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-56.6%
Fair Value
$229.18
Current Price
$355.90
$126.72 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KTOS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 30.5% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GD
The strongest argument for GD centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : KTOS
The strongest argument for KTOS centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 30.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GD
The primary concerns for GD are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : KTOS
The primary concerns for KTOS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 283.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GD profiles as a value stock while KTOS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KTOS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
KTOS is growing revenue faster at 30.5% — sustainability is the question.
GD generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GD scores higher overall (58/100 vs 44/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
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INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is a government contractor for the US Department of Defense. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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