General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vsQuanta Services Inc (PWR)
GD
General Dynamics Corporation
$338.73
+7.99%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $93.11B
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$727.77
+15.78%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $93.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Dynamics Corporation generates 85% more annual revenue ($52.55B vs $28.48B). GD leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs 3.6%. PWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.05. GD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
GD
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
PWR
Hold45
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PWR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Large-cap with strong market position
19.7% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.4% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 12.2x book value
2.6% earnings growth
3.6% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GD
The strongest argument for GD centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : PWR
The strongest argument for PWR centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GD
The primary concerns for GD are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PWR
The primary concerns for PWR are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. A P/E of 91.8x 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 PWR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PWR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
PWR is growing revenue faster at 19.7% — sustainability is the question.
GD generates stronger free cash flow (952M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GD scores higher overall (54/100 vs 45/100). 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.
Visit Website →Quanta Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Quanta Services is an American corporation that provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, industrial and communications industries. Capabilities include the planning, design, installation, program management, maintenance and repair of most types of network infrastructure.
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