Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM)vsTE Connectivity Ltd (TEL)
HWM
Howmet Aerospace Inc
$241.58
+0.86%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $93.06B
TEL
TE Connectivity Ltd
$206.37
+2.78%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $60.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TE Connectivity Ltd generates 119% more annual revenue ($18.09B vs $8.25B). HWM leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 11.4%. HWM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. TEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
HWM
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
TEL
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-58.8%
Fair Value
$145.34
Current Price
$241.58
$96.24 premium
Margin of Safety
+29.8%
Fair Value
$325.26
Current Price
$206.37
$118.89 discount
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.9%
Revenue surging 21.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 44.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 18.1x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Moderate valuation
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 : TEL
The strongest argument for TEL centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.14 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HWM
The primary concerns for HWM are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 62.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TEL
The primary concerns for TEL are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HWM profiles as a mature stock while TEL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TEL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
TEL is growing revenue faster at 21.7% — sustainability is the question.
TEL generates stronger free cash flow (607M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TEL scores higher overall (74/100 vs 69/100) and 21.7% 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.
TE Connectivity Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
TE Connectivity is an American Swiss-domiciled technology company that designs and manufactures connectors and sensors for several industries, such as automotive, industrial equipment, data communication systems, aerospace, defense, medical, oil and gas, consumer electronics and energy.
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