Honeywell International Inc (HON)vsThe Travelers Companies Inc (TRV)
HON
Honeywell International Inc
$225.79
+1.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $143.53B
TRV
The Travelers Companies Inc
$290.59
-0.83%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $65.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Travelers Companies Inc generates 30% more annual revenue ($48.83B vs $37.44B). TRV leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 12.6%. HON appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.01. TRV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
HON
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
TRV
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
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
+75.4%
Fair Value
$1213.50
Current Price
$290.59
$922.91 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.9%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.3x book value
Revenue declined 3.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% revenue growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HON
The strongest argument for HON centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : TRV
The strongest argument for TRV centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : HON
The primary concerns for HON are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : TRV
The primary concerns for TRV are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HON profiles as a declining stock while TRV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HON carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
TRV is growing revenue faster at 3.5% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
TRV scores higher overall (71/100 vs 50/100). Both earn "Strong 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 Travelers Companies Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Travelers Companies, Inc., commonly known as Travelers, is an American insurance company.
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