General Motors Company (GM)vsWilliams-Sonoma Inc (WSM)
GM
General Motors Company
$83.22
+3.17%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $73.69B
WSM
Williams-Sonoma Inc
$204.98
-1.49%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $26.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Motors Company generates 2242% more annual revenue ($184.62B vs $7.88B). WSM leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 1.4%. GM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.37. WSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
GM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
WSM
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-30.9%
Fair Value
$62.72
Current Price
$83.22
$20.50 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WSM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 58 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
1.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.7x book value
4.4% revenue growth
4.3% earnings growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GM
The strongest argument for GM centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap. PEG of 0.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WSM
The strongest argument for WSM centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : GM
The primary concerns for GM are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.04 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 1.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WSM
The primary concerns for WSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WSM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
WSM is growing revenue faster at 4.4% — sustainability is the question.
GM generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AUTO MANUFACTURERS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WSM scores higher overall (54/100 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.
General Motors Company
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
General Motors Company (GM) is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Detroit, Michigan that designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts, and sells financial services, with global headquarters in Detroit's Renaissance Center.
Williams-Sonoma Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an omnichannel specialty retailer of various home products. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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