GE Aerospace (GE)vsHayward Holdings Inc (HAYW)
GE
GE Aerospace
$283.57
+2.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $296.28B
HAYW
Hayward Holdings Inc
$14.90
-5.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 4107% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $1.15B). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 14.0%. HAYW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.68. HAYW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
HAYW
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GE.
Margin of Safety
-30.7%
Fair Value
$12.93
Current Price
$14.90
$1.97 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Revenue surging 24.7% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 79.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 15.9x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated 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 17.9% and operating margin at 20.2%. Revenue growth of 24.7% 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 P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
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 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
GE is growing revenue faster at 24.7% — sustainability is the question.
GE generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HAYW scores higher overall (67/100 vs 59/100) 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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