Griffon Corporation (GFF)vsMasco Corporation (MAS)
GFF
Griffon Corporation
$85.50
-0.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.30B
MAS
Masco Corporation
$69.41
-0.72%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Masco Corporation generates 204% more annual revenue ($7.68B vs $2.53B). MAS leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 0.3%. GFF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.54. MAS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
GFF
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
MAS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Every $100 of equity generates 85 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 20.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 41.7x book value
Revenue declined 1.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFF
The strongest argument for GFF centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.54 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MAS
The strongest argument for MAS centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : GFF
The primary concerns for GFF are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 91.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 15.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MAS
The primary concerns for MAS are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
MAS is growing revenue faster at 6.5% — sustainability is the question.
GFF generates stronger free cash flow (12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MAS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 55/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Griffon Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Griffon Corporation engages in the consumer and professional products, home and construction products, and defense electronics businesses primarily in the United States, Europe, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Mexico, and China. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Masco Corporation is a manufacturer of products for the home improvement and new home construction markets.
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