Dow Inc (DOW)vsHuntsman Corporation (HUN)
DOW
Dow Inc
$34.13
+1.04%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $20.20B
HUN
Huntsman Corporation
$9.11
-0.11%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dow Inc generates 601% more annual revenue ($41.32B vs $5.90B). HUN leads profitability with a -3.0% profit margin vs -3.1%. HUN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.22. HUN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
DOW
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
HUN
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-18.5%
Fair Value
$28.70
Current Price
$34.13
$5.43 premium
Margin of Safety
-19.4%
Fair Value
$11.78
Current Price
$9.11
$2.67 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
19.7% revenue growth
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -3.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 73.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DOW
The strongest argument for DOW centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HUN
The strongest argument for HUN centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 14.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DOW
The primary concerns for DOW are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : HUN
The primary concerns for HUN are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DOW profiles as a growth stock while HUN is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
HUN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.71 — expect wider price swings.
DOW is growing revenue faster at 19.7% — sustainability is the question.
DOW generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HUN scores higher overall (55/100 vs 49/100) and 14.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Dow Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Dow Inc. is an American commodity chemical company. The company is headquartered in Midland, Michigan.
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BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Huntsman Corporation manufactures and sells differentiated organic chemicals globally. The company is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas.
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