Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR (BVN)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
BVN
Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR
$35.12
-3.25%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.63B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$344.86
-0.10%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $84.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 1006% more annual revenue ($24.41B vs $2.21B). BVN leads profitability with a 48.2% profit margin vs 11.0%. BVN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.11. BVN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
BVN
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
SHW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+21.2%
Fair Value
$51.36
Current Price
$35.12
$16.24 discount
Margin of Safety
-4.8%
Fair Value
$331.10
Current Price
$344.86
$13.76 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 48 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.8%
Revenue surging 43.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 160.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 70 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 21.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BVN
The strongest argument for BVN centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 48.2% and operating margin at 41.8%. Revenue growth of 43.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : BVN
No major red flags identified for BVN, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 3.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BVN profiles as a growth stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
BVN is growing revenue faster at 43.2% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BVN scores higher overall (82/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 48.2% margins and 43.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING · USA
Compaa de Minas Buenaventura SAA, a precious metals company, is dedicated to the exploration, extraction, concentration, smelting and commercialization of minerals and polymetallic metals in Peru, the United States, Europe and Asia. The company is headquartered in Lima, Peru.
Visit Website →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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