Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vs3M Company (MMM)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$289.59
-3.06%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.50T
MMM
3M Company
$148.05
+0.94%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $77.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 1515% more annual revenue ($402.84B vs $24.95B). GOOG leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 13.0%. MMM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.43. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
GOOG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
MMM
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+44.6%
Fair Value
$506.84
Current Price
$289.59
$217.25 discount
Margin of Safety
-323.6%
Fair Value
$40.80
Current Price
$148.05
$107.25 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.6%
Generating 24.6B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.4x book value
Trading at 16.7x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Earnings declined 19.9%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GOOG
The strongest argument for GOOG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.8% and operating margin at 31.6%. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MMM
The strongest argument for MMM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : MMM
The primary concerns for MMM are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOG profiles as a growth stock while MMM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MMM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 18.0% — sustainability is the question.
GOOG generates stronger free cash flow (24.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (69/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 32.8% margins and 18.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Alphabet Inc Class C
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Alphabet Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California. It was created through a restructuring of Google on October 2, 2015, and became the parent company of Google and several former Google subsidiaries. The two co-founders of Google remained as controlling shareholders, board members, and employees at Alphabet. Alphabet is the world's fourth-largest technology company by revenue and one of the world's most valuable companies.
Visit Website →3M Company
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
The 3M Company is an American multinational conglomerate corporation operating in the fields of industry, worker safety, US health care, and consumer goods. The company produces over 60,000 products under several brands, including adhesives, abrasives, laminates, passive fire protection, personal protective equipment, window films, paint protection films, dental and orthodontic products, electrical and electronic connecting and insulating materials, medical products, car-care products, electronic circuits, healthcare software and optical films. It is based in Maplewood, a suburb of Saint Paul, Minnesota.
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