Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM)vsnVent Electric PLC (NVT)
HWM
Howmet Aerospace Inc
$243.04
+2.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $94.83B
NVT
nVent Electric PLC
$137.37
-0.67%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $22.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Howmet Aerospace Inc generates 112% more annual revenue ($8.25B vs $3.89B). HWM leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 18.2%. HWM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. HWM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
HWM
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
NVT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 26.3%
Earnings expanding 20.3% YoY
Revenue surging 41.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 1112.0% YoY
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
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HWM
The strongest argument for HWM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 26.3%. Revenue growth of 14.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NVT
The strongest argument for NVT centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 16.2%. Revenue growth of 41.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HWM
The primary concerns for HWM are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 63.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NVT
The primary concerns for NVT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 52.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HWM profiles as a mature stock while NVT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NVT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
NVT is growing revenue faster at 41.8% — sustainability is the question.
HWM generates stronger free cash flow (530M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HWM scores higher overall (69/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 18.3% margins and 14.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
nVent Electric PLC
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
nVent Electric plc designs, manufactures, markets, installs and services electrical connection and protection products in the United States, Canada, Western and Eastern Europe included in the European Union, China, Eastern Europe not included in the European Union, America Latin, Middle East, Southeast Asia, Australia and Japan. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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