Coinbase Global Inc (COIN)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
COIN
Coinbase Global Inc
$181.10
+0.03%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $48.82B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$321.95
+2.63%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $77.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 242% more annual revenue ($23.57B vs $6.88B). COIN leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 10.9%. 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
SHW
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
-237.9%
Fair Value
$92.84
Current Price
$321.95
$229.11 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 59 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
4.3% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.2x book value
1.4% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
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 : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COIN profiles as a declining stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
COIN carries more volatility with a beta of 3.71 — expect wider price swings.
SHW is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — 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.
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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