Intuit Inc (INTU)vs3M Company (MMM)
INTU
Intuit Inc
$396.31
-2.57%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $110.28B
MMM
3M Company
$143.29
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
3M Company generates 24% more annual revenue ($25.02B vs $20.12B). INTU leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 11.1%. INTU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. INTU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
INTU
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
MMM
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-0.5%
Fair Value
$404.62
Current Price
$396.31
$8.31 premium
Margin of Safety
-31.5%
Fair Value
$131.48
Current Price
$143.29
$11.81 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
17.4% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 48.5% YoY
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 72 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 23.3%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Moderate valuation
1.3% revenue growth
Trading at 22.9x book value
Earnings declined 39.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INTU
The strongest argument for INTU centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 18.4%. Revenue growth of 17.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MMM
The strongest argument for MMM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : INTU
The primary concerns for INTU are P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : MMM
The primary concerns for MMM are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTU profiles as a growth stock while MMM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MMM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
INTU is growing revenue faster at 17.4% — sustainability is the question.
INTU generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
INTU scores higher overall (71/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins and 17.4% 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.
Intuit Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Intuit Inc. is an American business that specializes in financial software. Intuit's products include the tax preparation application TurboTax, personal finance app Mint and the small business accounting program QuickBooks.
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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