GE Aerospace (GE)vsHayward Holdings Inc (HAYW)
GE
GE Aerospace
$350.79
-3.56%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $354.01B
HAYW
Hayward Holdings Inc
$15.26
+0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 4309% more annual revenue ($50.64B vs $1.15B). GE leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 14.0%. HAYW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.64. HAYW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
GE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
HAYW
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
Earnings expanding 79.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : HAYW
The strongest argument for HAYW centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 40.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : HAYW
The primary concerns for HAYW are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while HAYW 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.
HAYW generates stronger free cash flow (-158M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HAYW scores higher overall (69/100 vs 65/100) and 11.5% 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.
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.
Hayward Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Hayward Holdings, Inc. is a designer, manufacturer and marketer of various pool equipment and associated automation systems. The company is headquartered in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey.
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