Griffon Corporation (GFF)vsRTX Corporation (RTX)
GFF
Griffon Corporation
$95.12
+2.04%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.42B
RTX
RTX Corporation
$194.34
-1.72%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $266.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RTX Corporation generates 3556% more annual revenue ($93.50B vs $2.56B). RTX leads profitability with a 8.3% profit margin vs 7.0%. GFF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.54. GFF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
GFF
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
RTX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 23.6%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 28.7% YoY
Generating 3.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
7.0% margin — thin
Trading at 33.5x book value
Earnings declined 64.8%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFF
The strongest argument for GFF centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.54 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RTX
The strongest argument for RTX centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GFF
The primary concerns for GFF are Profit Margin, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 10.35 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RTX
The primary concerns for RTX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
RTX is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
RTX generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GFF scores higher overall (61/100 vs 59/100). 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.
Griffon Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Griffon Corporation engages in the consumer and professional products, home and construction products, and defense electronics businesses primarily in the United States, Europe, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Mexico, and China. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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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