GE Aerospace (GE)vsEnpro Industries (NPO)
GE
GE Aerospace
$283.57
+2.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $296.28B
NPO
Enpro Industries
$280.84
-2.48%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 4126% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $1.14B). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 3.5%. NPO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.20. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
NPO
Hold44
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 45 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Revenue surging 24.7% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
No standout strengths identified
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
ROE of 2.7% — below average capital efficiency
3.5% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : NPO
Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : NPO
The primary concerns for NPO are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 150.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while NPO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NPO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — 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 44/100), 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.
Enpro Industries
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
EnPro Industries, Inc. is dedicated to the design, development, manufacture, marketing and service of engineered industrial products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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