General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vsLumentum Holdings Inc (LITE)
GD
General Dynamics Corporation
$346.53
-0.35%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $93.71B
LITE
Lumentum Holdings Inc
$903.80
+1.26%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $69.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Dynamics Corporation generates 2062% more annual revenue ($53.81B vs $2.49B). LITE leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 8.1%. LITE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.63. LITE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
GD
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
LITE
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.2%
Fair Value
$293.63
Current Price
$346.53
$52.90 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LITE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 90.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 71.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 21.8%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 76.2x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GD
The strongest argument for GD centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LITE
The strongest argument for LITE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.7% and operating margin at 21.8%. Revenue growth of 90.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GD
The primary concerns for GD are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : LITE
The primary concerns for LITE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 156.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GD profiles as a value stock while LITE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LITE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
LITE is growing revenue faster at 90.1% — sustainability is the question.
GD generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LITE scores higher overall (74/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 17.7% margins and 90.1% 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.
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 →Lumentum Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Lumentum Holdings Inc. manufactures and sells optical and photonic products in the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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