Honeywell International Inc (HON)vsJabil Circuit Inc (JBL)
HON
Honeywell International Inc
$213.12
-1.37%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $135.04B
JBL
Jabil Circuit Inc
$355.15
+1.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $36.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Honeywell International Inc generates 15% more annual revenue ($37.66B vs $32.67B). HON leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 2.5%. JBL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. JBL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
HON
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
JBL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HON.
Margin of Safety
+7.4%
Fair Value
$282.03
Current Price
$355.15
$73.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Earnings expanding 96.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 23.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.9x book value
2.4% revenue growth
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HON
The strongest argument for HON centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : JBL
The strongest argument for JBL centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 23.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HON
The primary concerns for HON are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : JBL
The primary concerns for JBL are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 47.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HON profiles as a value stock while JBL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
JBL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
JBL is growing revenue faster at 23.1% — sustainability is the question.
JBL generates stronger free cash flow (316M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JBL scores higher overall (68/100 vs 55/100) and 23.1% 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.
Honeywell International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Honeywell International Inc. is an American publicly traded, multinational conglomerate headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. It primarily operates in four areas of business: aerospace, building technologies, performance materials and technologies (PMT), and safety and productivity solutions (SPS).
Jabil Circuit Inc
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Jabil Inc. provides global manufacturing solutions and services. The company is headquartered in Saint Petersburg, Florida.
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