Honeywell International Inc (HON)vsUniversal Corporation (UVV)
HON
Honeywell International Inc
$225.79
+1.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $143.53B
UVV
Universal Corporation
$51.95
+1.11%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Honeywell International Inc generates 1153% more annual revenue ($37.44B vs $2.99B). HON leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 3.7%. HON appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.01. UVV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
HON
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
UVV
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-416.2%
Fair Value
$47.19
Current Price
$225.79
$178.60 premium
Margin of Safety
+74.6%
Fair Value
$207.79
Current Price
$51.95
$155.84 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 32.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.3x book value
Revenue declined 3.3%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.7% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HON
The strongest argument for HON centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : UVV
The strongest argument for UVV centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : HON
The primary concerns for HON are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : UVV
The primary concerns for UVV are Market Cap, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HON profiles as a declining stock while UVV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HON carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
UVV is growing revenue faster at 6.1% — sustainability is the question.
HON generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UVV scores higher overall (61/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Honeywell International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Honeywell International Inc. is an American publicly traded, multinational conglomerate headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. It primarily operates in four areas of business: aerospace, building technologies, performance materials and technologies (PMT), and safety and productivity solutions (SPS).
Universal Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Universal Corporation processes and supplies leaf tobacco and plant ingredients worldwide. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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