Granite Construction Incorporated (GVA)vsRaytheon Technologies Corp (RTX)
GVA
Granite Construction Incorporated
$122.55
-1.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.36B
RTX
Raytheon Technologies Corp
$176.07
+1.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $237.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Raytheon Technologies Corp generates 1943% more annual revenue ($90.37B vs $4.42B). RTX leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs 4.4%. GVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.96. RTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GVA
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
RTX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-31.7%
Fair Value
$101.15
Current Price
$122.55
$21.40 premium
Margin of Safety
-52.1%
Fair Value
$115.75
Current Price
$176.07
$60.32 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
19.2% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 25.1% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 32.5% YoY
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GVA
The strongest argument for GVA centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 19.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RTX
The strongest argument for RTX centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : GVA
The primary concerns for GVA are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. 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
GVA profiles as a growth stock while RTX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GVA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
GVA is growing revenue faster at 19.2% — sustainability is the question.
RTX generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RTX scores higher overall (59/100 vs 58/100). 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.
Granite Construction Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Granite Construction Incorporated is an infrastructure contractor and producer of building materials in the United States. The company is headquartered in Watsonville, California.
Raytheon Technologies Corp
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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