GE Aerospace (GE)vsNorthrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)
GE
GE Aerospace
$328.00
+0.18%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $357.60B
NOC
Northrop Grumman Corporation
$544.40
-0.14%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $77.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 14% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $42.37B). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 10.8%. NOC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.06. NOC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
NOC
Buy63
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
Earnings expanding 84.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Trading at 18.9x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.4% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : NOC
The strongest argument for NOC centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
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 : NOC
The primary concerns for NOC are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while NOC 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
NOC scores higher overall (63/100 vs 59/100). 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.
Northrop Grumman Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) is an American multinational aerospace and defense technology company.
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