Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM)vsWatts Water Technologies Inc (WTS)
HWM
Howmet Aerospace Inc
$243.04
+2.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $94.83B
WTS
Watts Water Technologies Inc
$300.16
+0.97%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Howmet Aerospace Inc generates 238% more annual revenue ($8.25B vs $2.44B). HWM leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 14.0%. 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-
WTS
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HWM.
Margin of Safety
-44.7%
Fair Value
$217.51
Current Price
$300.16
$82.65 premium
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
15.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 23.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 18.2x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : WTS
The strongest argument for WTS centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 15.7% 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 : WTS
The primary concerns for WTS are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HWM profiles as a mature stock while WTS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WTS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
WTS is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
HWM generates stronger free cash flow (530M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HWM scores higher overall (69/100 vs 58/100), 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.
Watts Water Technologies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Watts Water Technologies, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells products and systems that manage and conserve the flow of fluids and energy to, through and from buildings in the commercial and residential markets of the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa. . The company is headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts.
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