Harte Hanks Inc (HHS)vs3M Company (MMM)
HHS
Harte Hanks Inc
$2.43
-0.82%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $21.13M
MMM
3M Company
$148.05
+0.94%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $77.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
3M Company generates 14853% more annual revenue ($24.95B vs $166.84M). MMM leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs -3.3%. HHS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.19. MMM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
HHS
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
MMM
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HHS.
Margin of Safety
-323.6%
Fair Value
$40.80
Current Price
$148.05
$107.25 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.6%
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -26.6% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 16.7x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Earnings declined 19.9%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HHS
The strongest argument for HHS centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MMM
The strongest argument for MMM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HHS
The primary concerns for HHS are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : MMM
The primary concerns for MMM are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HHS profiles as a turnaround stock while MMM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MMM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
MMM is growing revenue faster at 2.0% — sustainability is the question.
MMM generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MMM scores higher overall (54/100 vs 41/100). 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.
Harte Hanks Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Harte Hanks, Inc. is a customer experience company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chelmsford, Massachusetts.
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INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
The 3M Company is an American multinational conglomerate corporation operating in the fields of industry, worker safety, US health care, and consumer goods. The company produces over 60,000 products under several brands, including adhesives, abrasives, laminates, passive fire protection, personal protective equipment, window films, paint protection films, dental and orthodontic products, electrical and electronic connecting and insulating materials, medical products, car-care products, electronic circuits, healthcare software and optical films. It is based in Maplewood, a suburb of Saint Paul, Minnesota.
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