3M Company (MMM)vsSAP SE ADR (SAP)
MMM
3M Company
$148.05
+0.94%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $77.25B
SAP
SAP SE ADR
$168.95
-1.20%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $217.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SAP SE ADR generates 48% more annual revenue ($36.80B vs $24.95B). SAP leads profitability with a 19.5% profit margin vs 13.0%. SAP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.79. SAP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
MMM
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
SAP
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-323.6%
Fair Value
$40.80
Current Price
$148.05
$107.25 premium
Margin of Safety
-88.8%
Fair Value
$104.04
Current Price
$168.95
$64.91 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 29.2%
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 16.7x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Earnings declined 19.9%
Elevated debt levels
Moderate valuation
3.3% revenue growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : SAP
The strongest argument for SAP centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.5% and operating margin at 29.2%. PEG of 0.79 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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.
Bear Case : SAP
The primary concerns for SAP are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MMM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
SAP is growing revenue faster at 3.3% — sustainability is the question.
MMM generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
SAP scores higher overall (58/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 19.5% margins. 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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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
SAP SE is a global enterprise application software company. The company is headquartered in Walldorf, Germany.
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