Dupont De Nemours Inc (DD)vsMaterion Corporation (MTRN)
DD
Dupont De Nemours Inc
$142.44
-1.10%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $18.65B
MTRN
Materion Corporation
$289.98
+4.24%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dupont De Nemours Inc generates 261% more annual revenue ($6.92B vs $1.92B). MTRN leads profitability with a 4.0% profit margin vs -0.4%. MTRN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.28. MTRN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
DD
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
MTRN
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 30.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.3% revenue growth
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -0.2% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DD
The strongest argument for DD centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : MTRN
The strongest argument for MTRN centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 30.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DD
The primary concerns for DD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 120.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MTRN
The primary concerns for MTRN are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 57.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DD profiles as a turnaround stock while MTRN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
MTRN is growing revenue faster at 30.8% — sustainability is the question.
DD generates stronger free cash flow (130M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MTRN scores higher overall (54/100 vs 45/100) and 30.8% revenue growth. 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.
Dupont De Nemours Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
DuPont de Nemours, Inc., commonly known as DuPont, is an American company formed by the merger of Dow Chemical and E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company on August 31, 2017, and the subsequent spinoffs of Dow Inc. and Corteva. Prior to the spinoffs it was the world's largest chemical company in terms of sales.
Materion Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Materion Corporation (MTRN) is a premier provider of advanced materials, specializing in high-performance metals and alloys essential for key sectors including aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and electronics. The company is recognized for its innovative applications of beryllium and copper, along with a diverse portfolio of specialty coatings that adhere to the highest industry standards. Driven by a robust commitment to research and development and bolstered by strategic partnerships, Materion is well-positioned to enhance its competitive edge and achieve sustainable growth through customized, innovative solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of its varied clientele.
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