Synalloy Corporation (ACNT)vsOlin Corporation (OLN)
ACNT
Synalloy Corporation
$13.55
-0.44%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $121.29M
OLN
Olin Corporation
$24.54
-1.56%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Olin Corporation generates 8681% more annual revenue ($6.72B vs $76.52M). ACNT leads profitability with a 1.5% profit margin vs -2.8%. ACNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. ACNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ACNT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
OLN
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 8894.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.5% — below average capital efficiency
1.5% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACNT
The strongest argument for ACNT centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : OLN
The strongest argument for OLN centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : ACNT
The primary concerns for ACNT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 1.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : OLN
The primary concerns for OLN are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.87 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACNT profiles as a value stock while OLN is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
OLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
ACNT is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
ACNT generates stronger free cash flow (-6M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ACNT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 37/100). 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.
Synalloy Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Ascent Industries Co., manufactures and sells specialty metals and chemicals in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois.
Olin Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Olin Corporation manufactures and distributes chemical products in the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Clayton, Missouri.
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