General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vsEnpro Industries (NPO)
GD
General Dynamics Corporation
$370.82
+4.65%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $92.38B
NPO
Enpro Industries
$284.44
+0.49%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Dynamics Corporation generates 4383% more annual revenue ($54.86B vs $1.22B). GD leads profitability with a 8.2% profit margin vs 3.6%. NPO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. GD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
GD
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
NPO
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-55.7%
Fair Value
$230.41
Current Price
$370.82
$140.41 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NPO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
17.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.6% earnings growth
ROE of 2.8% — below average capital efficiency
3.6% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GD
The strongest argument for GD centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : NPO
The strongest argument for NPO centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GD
The primary concerns for GD are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : NPO
The primary concerns for NPO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. A P/E of 136.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GD profiles as a value stock while NPO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NPO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.58 — expect wider price swings.
NPO is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — 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 46/100). 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 · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
EnPro Industries, Inc. is dedicated to the design, development, manufacture, marketing and service of engineered industrial products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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