Chemours Co (CC)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
CC
Chemours Co
$15.03
-0.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.26B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$324.50
+0.37%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $78.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 321% more annual revenue ($24.41B vs $5.80B). SHW leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs -5.2%. CC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
CC
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
SHW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.2%
Fair Value
$17.20
Current Price
$15.03
$2.17 premium
Margin of Safety
+2.3%
Fair Value
$330.90
Current Price
$324.50
$6.40 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 70 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of 1.1%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -103.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 20.3x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CC
The strongest argument for CC centers on Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CC
The primary concerns for CC are PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CC profiles as a turnaround stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
SHW is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (60/100 vs 35/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Chemours Co
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
The Chemours Company offers high performance chemicals in North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
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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