Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM)vsL3Harris Technologies Inc (LHX)
HWM
Howmet Aerospace Inc
$250.72
-1.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $100.31B
LHX
L3Harris Technologies Inc
$303.45
-1.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $57.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
L3Harris Technologies Inc generates 49% more annual revenue ($12.86B vs $8.62B). HWM leads profitability with a 20.2% profit margin vs 10.4%. HWM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. HWM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
HWM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
LHX
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
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%
Revenue surging 190.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 18.2x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 6.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : LHX
The strongest argument for LHX centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 190.0% 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 : LHX
The primary concerns for LHX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HWM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
LHX is growing revenue faster at 190.0% — 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 54/100), backed by strong 20.2% margins and 19.1% 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.
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.
L3Harris Technologies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
L3Harris Technologies (L3Harris) is an American technology company, defense contractor and information technology services provider that produces C6ISR systems and products, wireless equipment, tactical radios, avionics and electronic systems, night vision equipment, and both terrestrial and spaceborne antennas for use in the government, defense, and commercial sectors.
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