Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM)vsIcon Energy Corp. (ICON)
HWM
Howmet Aerospace Inc
$250.72
-1.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $100.31B
ICON
Icon Energy Corp.
$1.11
-11.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.63M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Howmet Aerospace Inc generates 76508% more annual revenue ($8.62B vs $11.26M). HWM leads profitability with a 20.2% profit margin vs -37.3%. HWM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
HWM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
ICON
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Earnings expanding 71.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 104.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 32.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 18.2x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 3.1%
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -25.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HWM
The strongest argument for HWM centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.2% and operating margin at 28.2%. Revenue growth of 19.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ICON
The strongest argument for ICON centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 104.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HWM
The primary concerns for HWM are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 58.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : ICON
The primary concerns for ICON are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HWM profiles as a growth stock while ICON is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ICON is growing revenue faster at 104.6% — sustainability is the question.
HWM generates stronger free cash flow (359M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HWM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 20.2% margins and 19.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Howmet Aerospace Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Howmet Aerospace Inc. is an American aerospace company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The company manufactures components for jet engines, fasteners and titanium structures for aerospace applications, and forged aluminum wheels for heavy trucks.
Icon Energy Corp.
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Iconix Brand Group, Inc., a brand management company, owns and licenses a portfolio of consumer brands in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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