GE Aerospace (GE)vsHyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc (HY)
GE
GE Aerospace
$283.57
+2.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $296.28B
HY
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc
$39.47
+2.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $704.73M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 1182% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $3.77B). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs -1.6%. HY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.61. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
HY
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
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
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -11.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 13.5%
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 : HY
The strongest argument for HY centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : HY
The primary concerns for HY are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while HY is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
HY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — 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 38/100), backed by strong 17.9% margins and 24.7% revenue growth. 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.
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.
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. designs, designs, manufactures, sells and services a worldwide line of forklift trucks, accessories and replacement parts. The company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.
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