Abbott Laboratories (ABT)vs3M Company (MMM)
ABT
Abbott Laboratories
$104.83
-0.27%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $180.82B
MMM
3M Company
$148.05
+0.94%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $77.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Abbott Laboratories generates 78% more annual revenue ($44.33B vs $24.95B). ABT leads profitability with a 14.7% profit margin vs 13.0%. MMM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.43. MMM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
ABT
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
MMM
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-315.5%
Fair Value
$25.23
Current Price
$104.83
$79.60 premium
Margin of Safety
-323.6%
Fair Value
$40.80
Current Price
$148.05
$107.25 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 16.7x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Earnings declined 19.9%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABT
The strongest argument for ABT centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : MMM
The strongest argument for MMM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ABT
The primary concerns for ABT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : MMM
The primary concerns for MMM are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MMM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
ABT is growing revenue faster at 4.4% — sustainability is the question.
ABT generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL DEVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MMM scores higher overall (54/100 vs 51/100). 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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