Abbott Laboratories (ABT)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
ABT
Abbott Laboratories
$104.83
-0.25%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $180.82B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$321.95
-0.75%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $77.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Abbott Laboratories generates 88% more annual revenue ($44.33B vs $23.57B). ABT leads profitability with a 14.7% profit margin vs 10.9%. ABT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
ABT
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
SHW
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
-244.2%
Fair Value
$92.84
Current Price
$321.95
$229.11 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 59 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.2x book value
1.4% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABT
The strongest argument for ABT centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : ABT
The primary concerns for ABT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SHW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
SHW is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — 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
SHW 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.
Visit Website →Sherwin-Williams Co
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sherwin Williams Company is a Cleveland, Ohio based company in the paint and coating manufacturing industry. The company primarily engages in the manufacture, distribution, and sale of paints, coatings, floorcoverings, and related products to professional, industrial, commercial, and retail customers primarily in North and South America and Europe.
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