Generac Holdings Inc (GNRC)vsRTX Corporation (RTX)
GNRC
Generac Holdings Inc
$261.54
-5.97%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.44B
RTX
RTX Corporation
$180.99
-0.37%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $234.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RTX Corporation generates 1989% more annual revenue ($90.37B vs $4.33B). RTX leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs 4.4%. GNRC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. RTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GNRC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
RTX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 69.9% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 32.5% YoY
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.1% — below average capital efficiency
4.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GNRC
The strongest argument for GNRC centers on EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 12.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.09 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.
Bear Case : GNRC
The primary concerns for GNRC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 82.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : RTX
The primary concerns for RTX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GNRC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.91 — expect wider price swings.
GNRC is growing revenue faster at 12.4% — sustainability is the question.
RTX generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
RTX scores higher overall (59/100 vs 57/100). 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.
Generac Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Generac Holdings Inc., commonly referred to as Generac, is a Fortune 1000 American manufacturer of backup power generation products for residential, light commercial and industrial markets.
RTX Corporation
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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