Celanese Corporation (CE)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
CE
Celanese Corporation
$65.09
+0.68%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.29B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$321.61
+1.18%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $79.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 151% more annual revenue ($23.94B vs $9.54B). SHW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs -12.2%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.76. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CE
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
SHW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+48.6%
Fair Value
$117.86
Current Price
$65.09
$52.77 discount
Margin of Safety
+10.6%
Fair Value
$359.79
Current Price
$321.61
$38.18 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 28.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 61 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -22.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 6.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CE
The strongest argument for CE centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : CE
The primary concerns for CE are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CE profiles as a turnaround stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
SHW is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (862M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (56/100 vs 47/100). CE offers better value entry with a 48.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Celanese Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Celanese Corporation is a Fortune 500 global technology and specialty materials company headquartered in Irving, Texas, United States.
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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