GE Aerospace (GE)vsMSC Industrial Direct Company Inc (MSM)
GE
GE Aerospace
$289.93
+2.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $296.28B
MSM
MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc
$100.75
-2.08%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 1161% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $3.83B). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 5.4%. MSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.40. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
MSM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GE.
Margin of Safety
+20.6%
Fair Value
$119.60
Current Price
$100.75
$18.85 discount
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.3x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
2.9% revenue growth
5.4% 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 : MSM
The strongest argument for MSM centers on Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MSM
The primary concerns for MSM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while MSM 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
GE scores higher overall (59/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 17.9% margins and 24.7% revenue growth. MSM offers better value entry with a 20.6% margin of safety. 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.
MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc., distributes metalworking and maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) products in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. The company is headquartered in Melville, New York.
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