NewMarket Corporation (NEU)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
NEU
NewMarket Corporation
$873.27
-0.25%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.05B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$320.89
-1.60%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $81.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 790% more annual revenue ($24.41B vs $2.74B). NEU leads profitability with a 15.8% profit margin vs 11.0%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.10. NEU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
NEU
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
SHW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEU.
Margin of Safety
-4.8%
Fair Value
$329.82
Current Price
$320.89
$8.93 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
Earnings expanding 22.9% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 70 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 20.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NEU
The strongest argument for NEU centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.8% and operating margin at 23.9%.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : NEU
The primary concerns for NEU are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEU profiles as a mature stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
SHW is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEU scores higher overall (64/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 15.8% 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.
NewMarket Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
NewMarket Corporation participates in the petroleum additives business. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
Visit Website →Sherwin-Williams Co
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sherwin Williams Company is a Cleveland, Ohio based company in the paint and coating manufacturing industry. The company primarily engages in the manufacture, distribution, and sale of paints, coatings, floorcoverings, and related products to professional, industrial, commercial, and retail customers primarily in North and South America and Europe.
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