The Boeing Company (BA)vs3M Company (MMM)
BA
The Boeing Company
$234.42
+0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $187.44B
MMM
3M Company
$182.90
+1.21%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $93.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 273% more annual revenue ($94.00B vs $25.18B). MMM leads profitability with a 11.9% profit margin vs 2.6%. MMM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.77. MMM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
BA
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
MMM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BA.
Margin of Safety
-48.3%
Fair Value
$116.53
Current Price
$182.90
$66.37 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 102 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Earnings expanding 32.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.5% revenue growth
Trading at 32.0x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BA
The strongest argument for BA centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bull Case : MMM
The strongest argument for MMM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : BA
The primary concerns for BA are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 85.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 7.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MMM
The primary concerns for MMM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 4.25 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
BA is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
MMM generates stronger free cash flow (763M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MMM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 46/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
The Boeing Company
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
The Boeing Company is an American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells airplanes, rotorcraft, rockets, satellites, telecommunications equipment, and missiles worldwide. The company also provides leasing and product support services.
3M Company
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
The 3M Company is an American multinational conglomerate corporation operating in the fields of industry, worker safety, US health care, and consumer goods. The company produces over 60,000 products under several brands, including adhesives, abrasives, laminates, passive fire protection, personal protective equipment, window films, paint protection films, dental and orthodontic products, electrical and electronic connecting and insulating materials, medical products, car-care products, electronic circuits, healthcare software and optical films. It is based in Maplewood, a suburb of Saint Paul, Minnesota.
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