Flexible Solutions International Inc (FSI)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
FSI
Flexible Solutions International Inc
$5.30
+1.05%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $68.53M
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$321.95
+2.63%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $77.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 61031% more annual revenue ($23.57B vs $38.56M). SHW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 5.0%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.63. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
FSI
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
SHW
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.8%
Fair Value
$6.55
Current Price
$5.29
$1.25 discount
Margin of Safety
-237.9%
Fair Value
$92.84
Current Price
$321.95
$229.11 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 50.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 8.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.0% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.2x book value
1.4% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSI
The strongest argument for FSI centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 13.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : FSI
The primary concerns for FSI are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.66 — expect wider price swings.
FSI is growing revenue faster at 13.3% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (862M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (54/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Flexible Solutions International Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Flexible Solutions International, Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets specialty chemicals that slow the evaporation of water in Canada, the United States, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Taber, Canada.
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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