Corteva Inc (CTVA)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
CTVA
Corteva Inc
$82.56
-1.60%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $55.98B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$324.50
+0.37%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $78.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 37% more annual revenue ($24.41B vs $17.81B). SHW leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs 5.7%. CTVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
CTVA
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
SHW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CTVA.
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
Strong operational efficiency at 30.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 70 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 1.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 20.3x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTVA
The strongest argument for CTVA centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CTVA
The primary concerns for CTVA are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 49.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
SHW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — 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.
Monitor AGRICULTURAL INPUTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (60/100 vs 52/100). 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.
Corteva Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
Corteva, Inc. (also known as Corteva Agriscience) is a major American agricultural chemical and seed company that was the agricultural unit of DowDuPont prior to being spun off as an independent public company.
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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