Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)vsUnited Rentals Inc (URI)
NOC
Northrop Grumman Corporation
$544.40
-0.14%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $76.21B
URI
United Rentals Inc
$1,067.77
-1.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $62.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Northrop Grumman Corporation generates 159% more annual revenue ($42.37B vs $16.36B). URI leads profitability with a 15.3% profit margin vs 10.8%. URI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.65. URI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
NOC
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
URI
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 84.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NOC
The strongest argument for NOC centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : URI
The strongest argument for URI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 23.1%.
Bear Case : NOC
The primary concerns for NOC are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : URI
The primary concerns for URI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NOC profiles as a value stock while URI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
URI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
URI is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
URI generates stronger free cash flow (681M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
URI scores higher overall (64/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins. Both earn "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.
Northrop Grumman Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) is an American multinational aerospace and defense technology company.
Visit Website →United Rentals Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI) is the world's largest equipment rental company, with about 13 percent of the North American market share as of 2019.
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