Honeywell International Inc (HON)vsThe TJX Companies Inc (TJX)
HON
Honeywell International Inc
$225.79
+1.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $143.53B
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 61% more annual revenue ($60.37B vs $37.44B). HON leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 9.1%. HON appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.01. TJX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
HON
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
TJX
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
+30.8%
Fair Value
$227.92
Current Price
$159.74
$68.18 discount
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 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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.3x book value
Revenue declined 3.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HON
The strongest argument for HON centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : TJX
The strongest argument for TJX centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : HON
The primary concerns for HON are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : TJX
The primary concerns for TJX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HON profiles as a declining stock while TJX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HON carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
TJX is growing revenue faster at 8.5% — sustainability is the question.
TJX generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TJX 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).
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.
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