GE Aerospace (GE)vsGibraltar Industries Inc (ROCK)
GE
GE Aerospace
$356.47
+2.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $357.60B
ROCK
Gibraltar Industries Inc
$40.01
-3.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 3779% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $1.25B). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs -10.7%. ROCK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.70. ROCK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
ROCK
Buy59
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 44.6% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.0% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : ROCK
The strongest argument for ROCK centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 44.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.70 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 42.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : ROCK
The primary concerns for ROCK are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while ROCK is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
ROCK is growing revenue faster at 44.6% — 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 59/100), 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.
Gibraltar Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Gibraltar Industries, Inc. manufactures and distributes construction products for the renewable energy, conservation, residential and infrastructure markets in North America and Asia. The company is headquartered in Buffalo, New York.
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