The Allstate Corporation (ALL)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
ALL
The Allstate Corporation
$207.31
-0.22%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $53.37B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$321.95
+2.63%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $77.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Allstate Corporation generates 187% more annual revenue ($67.68B vs $23.57B). ALL leads profitability with a 15.2% profit margin vs 10.9%. ALL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.45. ALL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 87/100 (A).
ALL
Exceptional Buy87
out of 100
Grade: A
SHW
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+88.5%
Fair Value
$1781.21
Current Price
$207.31
$1573.90 discount
Margin of Safety
-237.9%
Fair Value
$92.84
Current Price
$321.95
$229.11 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Earnings expanding 103.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Earnings expanding 140.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALL
The strongest argument for ALL centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.2% and operating margin at 29.0%. PEG of 0.45 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : ALL
No major red flags identified for ALL, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALL profiles as a mature stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
ALL generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ALL scores higher overall (87/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 15.2% margins. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
The Allstate Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Allstate Corporation is an American insurance company, headquartered in Northfield Township, Illinois.
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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