GE Aerospace (GE)vsWatts Water Technologies Inc (WTS)
GE
GE Aerospace
$355.11
+1.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $354.01B
WTS
Watts Water Technologies Inc
$344.20
+2.39%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 1880% more annual revenue ($50.64B vs $2.56B). GE leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 14.3%. WTS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.78. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
GE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
WTS
Buy61
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 51 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Revenue surging 21.1% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 21.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 17.7% and operating margin at 20.6%. Revenue growth of 21.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WTS
The strongest argument for WTS centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GE
The primary concerns for GE are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 40.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WTS
The primary concerns for WTS are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
WTS is growing revenue faster at 21.4% — sustainability is the question.
WTS generates stronger free cash flow (7M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 17.7% margins and 21.1% 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.
Watts Water Technologies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Watts Water Technologies, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells products and systems that manage and conserve the flow of fluids and energy to, through and from buildings in the commercial and residential markets of the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa. . The company is headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts.
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