Honeywell International Inc (HON)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
HON
Honeywell International Inc
$210.30
-1.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $135.81B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$89.54
+4.14%
UTILITIES · Cap: $85.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Honeywell International Inc generates 115% more annual revenue ($37.66B vs $17.48B). NGG leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs 10.9%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. HON earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
HON
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
NGG
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
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%
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.8x book value
2.4% revenue growth
Trading at 9.0x book value
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 11.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HON
The strongest argument for HON centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 24.1%. PEG of 1.09 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 : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HON profiles as a value stock while NGG is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
HON carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
HON is growing revenue faster at 2.4% — sustainability is the question.
HON generates stronger free cash flow (-873M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HON scores higher overall (55/100 vs 50/100). 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.
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).
National Grid PLC ADR
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
National Grid plc transmits and distributes electricity and natural gas. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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