Flexible Solutions International Inc (FSI)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
FSI
Flexible Solutions International Inc
$6.05
+0.17%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $77.29M
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$319.36
-0.52%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $77.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 68504% more annual revenue ($24.41B vs $35.58M). SHW leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs -8.8%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.10. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
FSI
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
SHW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-25.4%
Fair Value
$4.76
Current Price
$6.05
$1.29 premium
Margin of Safety
+3.2%
Fair Value
$330.05
Current Price
$319.36
$10.69 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 50.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 70 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.1% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 20.0x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSI
The strongest argument for FSI centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : FSI
The primary concerns for FSI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 3.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSI profiles as a turnaround stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.75 — expect wider price swings.
SHW is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (60/100 vs 31/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Flexible Solutions International Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Flexible Solutions International, Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets specialty chemicals that slow the evaporation of water in Canada, the United States, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Taber, Canada.
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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