GE Aerospace (GE)vsGraham Holdings Co (GHC)
GE
GE Aerospace
$323.66
-0.15%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $335.82B
GHC
Graham Holdings Co
$1,138.57
+0.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 899% more annual revenue ($50.64B vs $5.07B). GE leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 10.7%. GHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.04. GHC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
GE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
GHC
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GE.
Margin of Safety
-25.1%
Fair Value
$886.88
Current Price
$1138.57
$251.69 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 51 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Revenue surging 21.1% year-over-year
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 676.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 19.0x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GE
The strongest argument for GE centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.7% and operating margin at 20.6%. Revenue growth of 21.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : GHC
The strongest argument for GHC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : GHC
The primary concerns for GHC are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while GHC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
GE is growing revenue faster at 21.1% — sustainability is the question.
GE generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GHC scores higher overall (68/100 vs 65/100). 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.
GE Aerospace
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
General Electric Company (GE) is an American multinational conglomerate incorporated in New York City and headquartered in Boston. As of 2018, the company operates through the following segments: aviation, healthcare, power, renewable energy, digital industry, additive manufacturing and venture capital and finance.
Graham Holdings Co
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Graham Holdings Company is a diversified global media and education company. The company is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
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