GE Aerospace (GE)vsLuxfer Holdings PLC (LXFR)
GE
GE Aerospace
$328.00
+0.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $331.96B
LXFR
Luxfer Holdings PLC
$17.31
-1.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $471.53M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 12905% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $371.50M). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 1.6%. LXFR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.09. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LXFR
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 18.4x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.6% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
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 : LXFR
The strongest argument for LXFR centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : LXFR
The primary concerns for LXFR are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 41.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while LXFR 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 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 42/100), 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.
Luxfer Holdings PLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Luxfer Holdings PLC designs, manufactures and supplies high performance high pressure gas containment materials, components and devices for defense and emergency response, healthcare, transportation and general industrial end market applications. The company is headquartered in Manchester, the United Kingdom.
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