GE Aerospace (GE)vsLatham Group Inc (SWIM)
GE
GE Aerospace
$328.00
-0.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $357.60B
SWIM
Latham Group Inc
$5.44
+3.03%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $668.07M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 8655% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $551.81M). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 1.6%. GE trades at a lower P/E of 42.6x. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
SWIM
Hold48
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 48 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Revenue surging 24.7% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 39.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 18.9x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
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 : SWIM
The strongest argument for SWIM centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 42.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SWIM
The primary concerns for SWIM are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 81.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while SWIM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SWIM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.66 — 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 48/100), 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.
Latham Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Latham Group, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets residential inground swimming pools. The company is headquartered in Latham, New York.
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