Sherwin-Williams Co (SHW)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$344.10
-1.41%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $80.35B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$11.59
+1.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $49.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 766% more annual revenue ($215.83B vs $24.91B). SHW leads profitability with a 10.7% profit margin vs 1.0%. VALE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.27. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
SHW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
VALE
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-7.6%
Fair Value
$337.95
Current Price
$344.10
$6.15 premium
Margin of Safety
+76.1%
Fair Value
$72.79
Current Price
$11.59
$61.20 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 67 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.9% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 1.6% — below average capital efficiency
1.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bull Case : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 72.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SHW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
SHW is growing revenue faster at 7.9% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (56/100 vs 51/100). VALE offers better value entry with a 76.1% 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.
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.
Vale SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Vale SA produces and sells iron ore and iron ore pellets for use as raw material in steelmaking in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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