Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM)vsSPX Corp (SPXC)
HWM
Howmet Aerospace Inc
$243.04
+2.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $94.83B
SPXC
SPX Corp
$211.36
-2.31%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Howmet Aerospace Inc generates 264% more annual revenue ($8.25B vs $2.27B). HWM leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 10.8%. 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-
SPXC
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
19.4% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 27.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 18.2x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : SPXC
The strongest argument for SPXC centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 19.4% 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 : SPXC
The primary concerns for SPXC are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HWM profiles as a mature stock while SPXC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPXC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
SPXC is growing revenue faster at 19.4% — sustainability is the question.
HWM generates stronger free cash flow (530M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HWM scores higher overall (69/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 18.3% margins and 14.6% 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.
SPX Corp
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
SPX Corporation supplies infrastructure equipment for the heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC), sensing and measurement, power transmission and generation, and industrial markets in the United States, China, South Africa, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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