Honeywell International Inc (HON)vs3M Company (MMM)
HON
Honeywell International Inc
$221.50
-3.29%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $140.80B
MMM
3M Company
$141.20
-1.06%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Honeywell International Inc generates 50% more annual revenue ($37.44B vs $24.95B). MMM leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 12.6%. MMM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.38. MMM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
HON
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
MMM
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-417.0%
Fair Value
$47.12
Current Price
$221.50
$174.38 premium
Margin of Safety
-323.6%
Fair Value
$40.80
Current Price
$141.20
$100.40 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
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.1x book value
Revenue declined 3.3%
Trading at 15.9x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Earnings declined 19.9%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HON
The strongest argument for HON centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : MMM
The strongest argument for MMM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HON
The primary concerns for HON are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
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
HON profiles as a declining 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 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).
3M Company
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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