General Motors Company (GM)vsVisteon Corp (VC)
GM
General Motors Company
$76.62
-2.95%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $69.09B
VC
Visteon Corp
$108.24
-1.92%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Motors Company generates 4774% more annual revenue ($184.62B vs $3.79B). VC leads profitability with a 4.4% profit margin vs 1.4%. VC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. VC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
GM
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
VC
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.0%
Fair Value
$105.03
Current Price
$76.62
$28.41 discount
Margin of Safety
+8.8%
Fair Value
$111.52
Current Price
$108.24
$3.28 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 5.7B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
1.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
2.1% revenue growth
4.4% margin — thin
Earnings declined 53.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GM
The strongest argument for GM centers on Price/Book, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : VC
The strongest argument for VC centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. PEG of 1.01 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GM
The primary concerns for GM are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 1.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : VC
The primary concerns for VC are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
VC is growing revenue faster at 2.1% — sustainability is the question.
GM generates stronger free cash flow (5.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AUTO MANUFACTURERS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VC scores higher overall (54/100 vs 44/100). GM offers better value entry with a 24.0% margin of safety. 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.
General Motors Company
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
General Motors Company (GM) is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Detroit, Michigan that designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts, and sells financial services, with global headquarters in Detroit's Renaissance Center.
Visteon Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO PARTS · USA
Visteon Corporation designs, manufactures and manufactures connected car solutions and automotive electronics for vehicle manufacturers around the world. The company is headquartered in Van Buren, Michigan.
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