Herc Holdings Inc (HRI)vsRTX Corporation (RTX)
HRI
Herc Holdings Inc
$140.96
-0.81%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.84B
RTX
RTX Corporation
$197.68
-0.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $266.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RTX Corporation generates 1825% more annual revenue ($93.50B vs $4.86B). RTX leads profitability with a 8.3% profit margin vs 1.0%. HRI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.05. RTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
HRI
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
RTX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-63.9%
Fair Value
$110.35
Current Price
$140.96
$30.61 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RTX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 20.2% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 28.7% YoY
Generating 3.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
1.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -0.3% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HRI
The strongest argument for HRI centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.05 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. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HRI
The primary concerns for HRI are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 86.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 5.01 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RTX
The primary concerns for RTX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HRI profiles as a growth stock while RTX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HRI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.86 — expect wider price swings.
HRI is growing revenue faster at 20.2% — sustainability is the question.
RTX generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RTX scores higher overall (59/100 vs 58/100) and 14.5% revenue growth. 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.
Herc Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
Herc Holdings Inc. is an equipment rental provider primarily in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Bonita Springs, 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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