General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vsOrion Group Holdings Inc (ORN)
GD
General Dynamics Corporation
$338.73
+7.99%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $93.11B
ORN
Orion Group Holdings Inc
$13.62
+13.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $490.05M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Dynamics Corporation generates 6066% more annual revenue ($52.55B vs $852.26M). GD leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs 0.3%. ORN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.62. GD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
GD
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
ORN
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-25.5%
Fair Value
$285.95
Current Price
$338.73
$52.78 premium
Margin of Safety
+72.5%
Fair Value
$51.94
Current Price
$13.62
$38.32 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.4% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.6% — below average capital efficiency
0.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GD
The strongest argument for GD centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : ORN
The strongest argument for ORN centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.62 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GD
The primary concerns for GD are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ORN
The primary concerns for ORN are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 203.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ORN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
GD is growing revenue faster at 7.8% — sustainability is the question.
GD generates stronger free cash flow (952M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GD scores higher overall (54/100 vs 47/100). ORN offers better value entry with a 72.5% margin of safety. 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.
Visit Website →Orion Group Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Orion Group Holdings, Inc. is a construction company specializing in the construction, industrial and infrastructure sectors in the continental United States, Alaska, Canada and the Caribbean Basin. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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