GE Aerospace (GE)vsUnited Rentals Inc (URI)
GE
GE Aerospace
$283.57
+2.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $297.36B
URI
United Rentals Inc
$952.13
-1.10%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $61.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 195% more annual revenue ($48.31B vs $16.36B). GE leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 15.3%. URI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. URI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
GE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
URI
Buy64
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 45 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Revenue surging 24.7% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 15.9x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
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 : URI
The strongest argument for URI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 23.1%.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : URI
The primary concerns for URI are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while URI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
URI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — 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
URI scores higher overall (64/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins. 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.
United Rentals Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI) is the world's largest equipment rental company, with about 13 percent of the North American market share as of 2019.
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