Sherwin-Williams Co (SHW)vsJ-Star Holding Co., Ltd. Ordinary Shares (YMAT)
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$321.95
+2.63%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $77.79B
YMAT
J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. Ordinary Shares
$0.35
+2.67%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.99M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 117454% more annual revenue ($23.57B vs $20.05M). SHW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 3.1%. YMAT trades at a lower P/E of 8.4x. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
SHW
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
YMAT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-237.9%
Fair Value
$92.84
Current Price
$321.95
$229.11 premium
Margin of Safety
-55.9%
Fair Value
$0.27
Current Price
$0.35
$0.08 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 30.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.2x book value
1.4% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.0% — below average capital efficiency
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bull Case : YMAT
The strongest argument for YMAT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 30.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : YMAT
The primary concerns for YMAT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SHW profiles as a value stock while YMAT is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
YMAT is growing revenue faster at 30.7% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (862M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (54/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. Ordinary Shares
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. manufactures and trades in bicycles, sports accessories, and carbon fiber composite products in Taiwan and internationally. The company is headquartered in Taichung, Taiwan.
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