Salesforce.com Inc (CRM)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
CRM
Salesforce.com Inc
$181.96
-0.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $171.49B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$321.95
+2.63%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $77.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Salesforce.com Inc generates 76% more annual revenue ($41.52B vs $23.57B). CRM leads profitability with a 18.0% profit margin vs 10.9%. CRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. CRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CRM
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
SHW
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.2%
Fair Value
$276.43
Current Price
$181.96
$94.47 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
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.3B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
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 : CRM
The strongest argument for CRM centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.0% and operating margin at 19.2%. Revenue growth of 12.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : CRM
The primary concerns for CRM are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRM profiles as a mature stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
CRM is growing revenue faster at 12.1% — sustainability is the question.
CRM generates stronger free cash flow (5.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CRM scores higher overall (63/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 18.0% margins and 12.1% revenue growth. 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.
Salesforce.com Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Salesforce.com, Inc. is an American cloud-based software company headquartered in San Francisco, California. It provides customer relationship management (CRM) service and also provides a complementary suite of enterprise applications focused on customer service, marketing automation, analytics, and application development.
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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