Corning Incorporated (GLW)vsThe TJX Companies Inc (TJX)
GLW
Corning Incorporated
$146.35
+3.06%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $106.88B
TJX
The TJX Companies Inc
$159.74
+0.86%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $177.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The TJX Companies Inc generates 286% more annual revenue ($60.37B vs $15.63B). GLW leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 9.1%. GLW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. GLW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
GLW
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
TJX
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-55.2%
Fair Value
$85.64
Current Price
$146.35
$60.71 premium
Margin of Safety
+30.8%
Fair Value
$227.92
Current Price
$159.74
$68.18 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 77.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 28.3% YoY
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.6x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GLW
The strongest argument for GLW centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TJX
The strongest argument for TJX centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : GLW
The primary concerns for GLW are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 68.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TJX
The primary concerns for TJX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLW profiles as a growth stock while TJX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GLW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
GLW is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
TJX generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GLW scores higher overall (65/100 vs 56/100) and 20.4% revenue growth. TJX offers better value entry with a 30.8% margin of safety. 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.
Corning Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Corning Incorporated is an American multinational technology company that specializes in specialty glass, ceramics, and related materials and technologies including advanced optics, primarily for industrial and scientific applications.
Visit Website →The TJX Companies Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
The TJX Companies, Inc. (abbreviated TJX) is an American multinational off-price department store corporation, headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts.
Compare with Other ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?