GE Vernova LLC (GEV)vsMastercard Inc (MA)
GEV
GE Vernova LLC
$923.69
+1.57%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $246.74B
MA
Mastercard Inc
$502.76
+0.77%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $445.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Vernova LLC generates 16% more annual revenue ($38.07B vs $32.79B). MA leads profitability with a 45.7% profit margin vs 12.8%. MA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. MA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
GEV
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
MA
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-6.0%
Fair Value
$829.76
Current Price
$923.69
$93.93 premium
Margin of Safety
+33.1%
Fair Value
$751.54
Current Price
$502.76
$248.78 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 46 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 57.7%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
17.6% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 24.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.8% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 22.3x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 2.1% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 58.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GEV
The strongest argument for GEV centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : MA
The strongest argument for MA centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.7% and operating margin at 57.7%. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GEV
The primary concerns for GEV are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 51.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MA
The primary concerns for MA are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.45 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GEV profiles as a value stock while MA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MA is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
MA generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MA scores higher overall (70/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 45.7% margins and 17.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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 Vernova LLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
GE Vernova LLC, an energy business company, generates electricity.
Visit Website →Mastercard Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Mastercard Incorporated is an American multinational financial services corporation headquartered in the Mastercard International Global Headquarters in Purchase, New York. The Global Operations Headquarters is located in O'Fallon, Missouri, a municipality of St. Charles County, Missouri. Throughout the world, its principal business is to process payments between the banks of merchants and the card-issuing banks or credit unions of the purchasers who use the Mastercard brand debit, credit and prepaid cards to make purchases. Mastercard Worldwide has been a publicly traded company since 2006.
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