Honeywell International Inc (HON)vsMedtronic PLC (MDT)
HON
Honeywell International Inc
$225.79
+1.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $143.53B
MDT
Medtronic PLC
$87.89
+1.51%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $110.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Honeywell International Inc generates 6% more annual revenue ($37.44B vs $35.48B). MDT leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 12.6%. MDT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. MDT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
HON
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
MDT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-416.2%
Fair Value
$47.19
Current Price
$225.79
$178.60 premium
Margin of Safety
-255.7%
Fair Value
$24.34
Current Price
$87.89
$63.55 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.0%
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.3x book value
Revenue declined 3.3%
Earnings declined 11.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HON
The strongest argument for HON centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : MDT
The strongest argument for MDT centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : HON
The primary concerns for HON are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : MDT
The primary concerns for MDT are EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HON profiles as a declining stock while MDT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HON carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
MDT is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
MDT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MDT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Honeywell International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Honeywell International Inc. is an American publicly traded, multinational conglomerate headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. It primarily operates in four areas of business: aerospace, building technologies, performance materials and technologies (PMT), and safety and productivity solutions (SPS).
Medtronic PLC
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Medtronic plc is an American-Irish registered medical device company that primarily operates in the United States. Medtronic has an operational and executive headquarters in Fridley, Minnesota in the US.
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