GE Aerospace (GE)vsMiddleby Corp (MIDD)
GE
GE Aerospace
$328.00
-0.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $357.60B
MIDD
Middleby Corp
$154.93
-0.51%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 1359% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $3.31B). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs -12.7%. MIDD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
MIDD
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GE.
Margin of Safety
+49.3%
Fair Value
$323.35
Current Price
$154.93
$168.42 discount
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
15.0% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Trading at 18.9x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -17.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 64.2%
Currently unprofitable
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 : MIDD
The strongest argument for MIDD centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 42.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MIDD
The primary concerns for MIDD are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while MIDD is a turnaround 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 48/100), backed by strong 17.9% margins and 24.7% revenue growth. MIDD offers better value entry with a 49.3% margin of safety. 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.
Middleby Corp
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Middleby Corporation designs, manufactures, markets, distributes and services a variety of residential kitchen, food processing and foodservice equipment in the United States, Canada, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Elgin, Illinois.
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