BHP Group Limited (BHP)vsCorning Incorporated (GLW)
BHP
BHP Group Limited
$84.72
+2.63%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $214.23B
GLW
Corning Incorporated
$186.94
+2.49%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $160.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BHP Group Limited generates 231% more annual revenue ($53.99B vs $16.32B). BHP leads profitability with a 19.0% profit margin vs 11.1%. GLW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.80. BHP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
BHP
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
GLW
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-83.1%
Fair Value
$43.51
Current Price
$84.72
$41.21 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GLW.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 40.7%
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Generating 4.3B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 138.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 13.6x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BHP
The strongest argument for BHP centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 40.7%. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : GLW
The strongest argument for GLW centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BHP
The primary concerns for BHP are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : GLW
The primary concerns for GLW are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 89.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BHP profiles as a mature stock while GLW is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GLW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
GLW is growing revenue faster at 20.0% — sustainability is the question.
BHP generates stronger free cash flow (4.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BHP scores higher overall (65/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 19.0% margins and 10.8% revenue growth. 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.
BHP Group Limited
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
BHP Group engages in the natural resources business in Australia, Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, the rest of Asia, North America, South America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.
Corning Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Corning Incorporated is an American multinational technology company that specializes in specialty glass, ceramics, and related materials and technologies including advanced optics, primarily for industrial and scientific applications.
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