Coinbase Global Inc (COIN)vs3M Company (MMM)
COIN
Coinbase Global Inc
$181.10
+0.03%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $48.82B
MMM
3M Company
$148.05
+0.94%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $77.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
3M Company generates 262% more annual revenue ($24.95B vs $6.88B). COIN leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 13.0%. COIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.75. COIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
COIN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
MMM
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+26.4%
Fair Value
$208.26
Current Price
$181.10
$27.16 discount
Margin of Safety
-323.6%
Fair Value
$40.80
Current Price
$148.05
$107.25 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 3.1B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.3% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.7x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Earnings declined 19.9%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COIN
The strongest argument for COIN centers on PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 11.3%. PEG of 0.75 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MMM
The strongest argument for MMM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : COIN
The primary concerns for COIN are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 40.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MMM
The primary concerns for MMM are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COIN profiles as a declining stock while MMM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
COIN carries more volatility with a beta of 3.71 — expect wider price swings.
MMM is growing revenue faster at 2.0% — sustainability is the question.
COIN generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
COIN scores higher overall (60/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 18.3% margins. Both earn "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.
Coinbase Global Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Coinbase Global, Inc. provides financial infrastructure and technology for the crypto economy. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
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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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