Masco Corporation (MAS)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
MAS
Masco Corporation
$69.41
-0.72%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.93B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$118.88
-0.80%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $961.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 9345% more annual revenue ($725.30B vs $7.68B). MAS leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 3.1%. MAS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.87. MAS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
MAS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
WMT
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 85 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 20.0% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 9.5x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MAS
The strongest argument for MAS centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : MAS
The primary concerns for MAS are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 42.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MAS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
WMT is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
MAS generates stronger free cash flow (-113M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MAS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Masco Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Masco Corporation is a manufacturer of products for the home improvement and new home construction markets.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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