GE Aerospace (GE)vsNorfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)
GE
GE Aerospace
$315.77
+4.63%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $313.14B
NSC
Norfolk Southern Corporation
$345.68
+0.89%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $76.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 306% more annual revenue ($52.58B vs $12.96B). NSC leads profitability with a 20.7% profit margin vs 17.3%. GE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.54. NSC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
NSC
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 52 in profit
15.9% revenue growth
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 35.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 18.6x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GE
The strongest argument for GE centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 18.5%. Revenue growth of 15.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NSC
The strongest argument for NSC centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.7% and operating margin at 35.4%. Revenue growth of 13.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : NSC
The primary concerns for NSC are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while NSC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
GE is growing revenue faster at 15.9% — sustainability is the question.
GE generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NSC scores higher overall (63/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 20.7% margins and 13.6% revenue growth. 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.
Norfolk Southern Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
The Norfolk Southern Railway is a Class I freight railroad in the United States, and is the current name of the former Southern Railway. With headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, the company operates 19,420 route miles (31,250 km) in 22 eastern states, the District of Columbia, and has rights in Canada over the Albany to Montreal route of the Canadian Pacific Railway, and previously on CN from Buffalo to St. Thomas.
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