Matthews International Corporation (MATW)vs3M Company (MMM)
MATW
Matthews International Corporation
$25.40
+1.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $773.48M
MMM
3M Company
$148.05
+0.94%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $77.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
3M Company generates 1707% more annual revenue ($24.95B vs $1.38B). MMM leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 1.6%. MMM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.43. MMM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
MATW
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
MMM
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+21.0%
Fair Value
$33.23
Current Price
$25.40
$7.83 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Trading at 16.7x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Earnings declined 19.9%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MATW
The strongest argument for MATW centers on Price/Book.
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 : MATW
The primary concerns for MATW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
MATW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
MMM is growing revenue faster at 2.0% — sustainability is the question.
MMM generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MMM scores higher overall (54/100 vs 53/100). MATW offers better value entry with a 21.0% margin of safety. 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.
Matthews International Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Matthews International Corporation offers global brand solutions, commemoration products and industrial technologies. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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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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