Dupont De Nemours Inc (DD)vsMaterion Corporation (MTRN)
DD
Dupont De Nemours Inc
$146.52
+1.10%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $18.73B
MTRN
Materion Corporation
$185.11
+4.87%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dupont De Nemours Inc generates 233% more annual revenue ($6.99B vs $2.10B). MTRN leads profitability with a 4.3% profit margin vs 0.8%. DD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. DD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
DD
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
MTRN
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 149.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 42.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 52.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.0% revenue growth
ROE of 2.2% — below average capital efficiency
0.8% margin — thin
4.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DD
The strongest argument for DD centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MTRN
The strongest argument for MTRN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 42.2% 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 P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. Thin 0.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MTRN
The primary concerns for MTRN are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 55.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DD profiles as a value 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 42.2% — sustainability is the question.
DD generates stronger free cash flow (287M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DD scores higher overall (61/100 vs 58/100). 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.
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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