HEICO Corporation (HEI-A)vsRTX Corporation (RTX)
HEI-A
HEICO Corporation
$244.77
-0.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $34.01B
RTX
RTX Corporation
$180.99
-0.37%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $234.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RTX Corporation generates 1740% more annual revenue ($90.37B vs $4.91B). HEI-A leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs 8.0%. HEI-A appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.23. HEI-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
HEI-A
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
RTX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-14.4%
Fair Value
$215.88
Current Price
$244.77
$28.89 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RTX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Revenue surging 25.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 48.2% 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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HEI-A
The strongest argument for HEI-A centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 25.5%. Revenue growth of 25.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RTX
The strongest argument for RTX centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : HEI-A
The primary concerns for HEI-A are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 43.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : RTX
The primary concerns for RTX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HEI-A profiles as a growth stock while RTX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HEI-A carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
HEI-A is growing revenue faster at 25.3% — sustainability is the question.
RTX generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HEI-A scores higher overall (67/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins and 25.3% 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.
HEICO Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
HEICO Corporation designs, manufactures, and sells aerospace, defense, and electronic products and services in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hollywood, Florida.
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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