Aspen Aerogels Inc (ASPN)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
ASPN
Aspen Aerogels Inc
$4.91
+3.15%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $407.48M
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$323.31
+1.85%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $78.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 11979% more annual revenue ($24.41B vs $202.09M). SHW leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs -62.5%. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
ASPN
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
SHW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ASPN.
Margin of Safety
+2.3%
Fair Value
$330.90
Current Price
$323.31
$7.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 70 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -65.6% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 36.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 20.2x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASPN
The strongest argument for ASPN centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : ASPN
The primary concerns for ASPN are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
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
ASPN profiles as a turnaround stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASPN carries more volatility with a beta of 2.97 — 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
SHW scores higher overall (60/100 vs 28/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Aspen Aerogels Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Aspen Aerogels, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and sells airgel insulation products primarily for use in the energy infrastructure and building materials markets in the United States, Asia, Canada, Europe, and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Northborough, Massachusetts.
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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