Hecla Mining Company (HL)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
HL
Hecla Mining Company
$17.93
+4.30%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $12.02B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$315.90
+0.17%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $78.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 1557% more annual revenue ($23.57B vs $1.42B). HL leads profitability with a 22.6% profit margin vs 10.9%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.63. HL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
HL
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
SHW
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-3.3%
Fair Value
$22.93
Current Price
$17.93
$5.00 premium
Margin of Safety
-240.9%
Fair Value
$92.66
Current Price
$315.90
$223.24 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 49.1%
Revenue surging 79.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 952.0% YoY
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.9x book value
1.4% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HL
The strongest argument for HL centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.6% and operating margin at 49.1%. Revenue growth of 79.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : HL
The primary concerns for HL are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HL profiles as a growth stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
HL is growing revenue faster at 79.5% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (862M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HL scores higher overall (69/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 22.6% margins and 79.5% 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.
Hecla Mining Company
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING · USA
Hecla Mining Company discovers, acquires, develops and produces precious and base metal properties in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
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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