Oil-Dri Corporation Of America (ODC)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
ODC
Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
$87.62
-0.14%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.31B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$321.00
-0.16%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $78.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 4884% more annual revenue ($24.41B vs $489.76M). ODC leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs 11.0%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.05. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
ODC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SHW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-26.0%
Fair Value
$52.52
Current Price
$87.62
$35.10 premium
Margin of Safety
+1.9%
Fair Value
$330.61
Current Price
$321.00
$9.62 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 25.3% 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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 20.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ODC
The strongest argument for ODC centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : ODC
The primary concerns for ODC are Market Cap, 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
SHW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
ODC is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (60/100 vs 57/100). 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.
Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Oil-Dri Corporation of America, develops, manufactures and markets absorbent products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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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