GE Aerospace (GE)vsHoneywell International Inc (HON)
GE
GE Aerospace
$365.88
+1.50%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $357.60B
HON
Honeywell International Inc
$228.11
-1.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $145.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 28% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $37.66B). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 10.9%. HON appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.08. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
HON
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 48 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Revenue surging 24.7% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.6x book value
2.4% revenue growth
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 : HON
The strongest argument for HON centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 42.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : HON
The primary concerns for HON are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 1.72 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while HON is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — 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
GE scores higher overall (59/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 17.9% margins and 24.7% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Honeywell International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Honeywell International Inc. is an American publicly traded, multinational conglomerate headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. It primarily operates in four areas of business: aerospace, building technologies, performance materials and technologies (PMT), and safety and productivity solutions (SPS).
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