Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$61.89
+0.45%
UTILITIES · Cap: $54.18B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$316.82
-1.06%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $78.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 37% more annual revenue ($23.94B vs $17.45B). D leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs 10.9%. D appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.78. D earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
D
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
SHW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-14.2%
Fair Value
$56.60
Current Price
$61.89
$5.29 premium
Margin of Safety
+11.7%
Fair Value
$358.94
Current Price
$316.82
$42.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.7%
Revenue surging 23.1% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 61 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : D
The strongest argument for D centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 28.7%. Revenue growth of 23.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
D profiles as a growth stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 23.1% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (800,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (63/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins and 23.1% 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.
Dominion Energy Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Dominion Energy, Inc., commonly referred to as Dominion, is an American power and energy company headquartered in Richmond, Virginia that supplies electricity in parts of Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina and supplies natural gas to parts of Utah, West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Dominion also has generation facilities in Indiana, Illinois, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
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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