3M Company (MMM)vsPfizer Inc (PFE)
MMM
3M Company
$143.29
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.98B
PFE
Pfizer Inc
$25.68
-3.02%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $150.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Pfizer Inc generates 153% more annual revenue ($63.32B vs $25.02B). PFE leads profitability with a 11.8% profit margin vs 11.1%. MMM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. MMM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
MMM
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PFE
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-31.5%
Fair Value
$131.48
Current Price
$143.29
$11.81 premium
Margin of Safety
+31.4%
Fair Value
$37.44
Current Price
$25.68
$11.76 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 72 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 23.3%
Strong operational efficiency at 31.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 2.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
1.3% revenue growth
Trading at 22.9x book value
Earnings declined 39.7%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MMM
The strongest argument for MMM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : PFE
The strongest argument for PFE centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Price/Book.
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.
Bear Case : PFE
The primary concerns for PFE are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MMM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
PFE is growing revenue faster at 5.4% — sustainability is the question.
PFE generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MMM scores higher overall (56/100 vs 55/100). PFE offers better value entry with a 31.4% 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.
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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HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Pfizer Inc. is an American multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology corporation headquartered on 42nd Street in Manhattan, New York City. The name of the company commemorates its co-founder, Charles Pfizer (1824-1906). Pfizer develops and produces medicines and vaccines for immunology, oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, and neurology. The company has several blockbuster drugs or products that each generate more than 1 billion USD in annual revenues.
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