GE Aerospace (GE)vsOrion Group Holdings Inc (ORN)
GE
GE Aerospace
$328.00
+0.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $331.96B
ORN
Orion Group Holdings Inc
$14.19
+2.01%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $562.26M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 5391% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $879.91M). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 1.0%. ORN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.62. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
ORN
Buy51
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 18.4x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.4%
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 : ORN
The strongest argument for ORN centers on PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 14.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.62 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : ORN
The primary concerns for ORN are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 63.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while ORN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ORN 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 51/100), backed by strong 17.9% margins and 24.7% 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.
Orion Group Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Orion Group Holdings, Inc. is a construction company specializing in the construction, industrial and infrastructure sectors in the continental United States, Alaska, Canada and the Caribbean Basin. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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