Mercury Systems Inc (MRCY)vsRTX Corporation (RTX)
MRCY
Mercury Systems Inc
$111.27
-5.56%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.22B
RTX
RTX Corporation
$180.99
-0.37%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $234.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RTX Corporation generates 9246% more annual revenue ($90.37B vs $966.95M). RTX leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs -1.5%. RTX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.40. RTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
MRCY
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
RTX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-42.9%
Fair Value
$56.22
Current Price
$111.27
$55.05 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RTX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 32.5% YoY
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Operating margin of 3.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MRCY
Revenue growth of 11.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RTX
The strongest argument for RTX centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : MRCY
The primary concerns for MRCY are Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : RTX
The primary concerns for RTX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MRCY profiles as a turnaround stock while RTX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MRCY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
MRCY is growing revenue faster at 11.5% — sustainability is the question.
RTX generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RTX scores higher overall (59/100 vs 34/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Mercury Systems Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Mercury Systems, Inc., a technology company, manufactures and sells components, modules, and subsystems in the United States, Europe, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts.
RTX Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Raytheon Technologies Corporation is an American multinational aerospace and defense conglomerate headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. It is one of the largest aerospace, intelligence services providers, and defense manufacturers in the world by revenue and market capitalization. Raytheon Technologies (RTX) researches, develops, and manufactures advanced technology products in the aerospace and defense industry, including aircraft engines, avionics, aerostructures, cybersecurity, guided missiles, air defense systems, satellites, and drones.
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