Abbott Laboratories (ABT)vs3M Company (MMM)
ABT
Abbott Laboratories
$84.32
-3.09%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $151.56B
MMM
3M Company
$143.29
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Abbott Laboratories generates 80% more annual revenue ($45.13B vs $25.02B). ABT leads profitability with a 13.9% profit margin vs 11.1%. ABT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. MMM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ABT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
MMM
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+3.7%
Fair Value
$87.55
Current Price
$84.32
$3.23 discount
Margin of Safety
-31.4%
Fair Value
$131.53
Current Price
$143.29
$11.76 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 72 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 23.3%
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 19.7%
Moderate valuation
1.3% revenue growth
Trading at 22.9x book value
Earnings declined 39.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABT
The strongest argument for ABT centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MMM
The strongest argument for MMM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : ABT
The primary concerns for ABT are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MMM
The primary concerns for MMM are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MMM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
ABT is growing revenue faster at 7.8% — sustainability is the question.
ABT generates stronger free cash flow (916M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ABT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 56/100). 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.
Abbott Laboratories
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Abbott Laboratories is an American multinational medical devices and health care company with headquarters in Abbott Park, Illinois, United States. The company was founded by Chicago physician Wallace Calvin Abbott in 1888 to formulate known drugs; today, it sells medical devices, diagnostics, branded generic medicines and nutritional products. It split off its research-based pharmaceuticals business into AbbVie in 2013.
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INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
The 3M Company is an American multinational conglomerate corporation operating in the fields of industry, worker safety, US health care, and consumer goods. The company produces over 60,000 products under several brands, including adhesives, abrasives, laminates, passive fire protection, personal protective equipment, window films, paint protection films, dental and orthodontic products, electrical and electronic connecting and insulating materials, medical products, car-care products, electronic circuits, healthcare software and optical films. It is based in Maplewood, a suburb of Saint Paul, Minnesota.
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