GE Aerospace (GE)vsRTX Corporation (RTX)
GE
GE Aerospace
$301.80
-3.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $313.14B
RTX
RTX Corporation
$199.80
+0.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $269.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RTX Corporation generates 83% more annual revenue ($95.99B vs $52.58B). GE leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 8.8%. RTX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.18. RTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
RTX
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 34.0% YoY
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.8x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : RTX
The strongest argument for RTX centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : RTX
The primary concerns for RTX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while RTX is a value 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.
RTX generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RTX scores higher overall (63/100 vs 59/100) and 11.1% 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.
RTX Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Raytheon Technologies Corporation is an American multinational aerospace and defense conglomerate headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. It is one of the largest aerospace, intelligence services providers, and defense manufacturers in the world by revenue and market capitalization. Raytheon Technologies (RTX) researches, develops, and manufactures advanced technology products in the aerospace and defense industry, including aircraft engines, avionics, aerostructures, cybersecurity, guided missiles, air defense systems, satellites, and drones.
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