Jabil Circuit Inc (JBL)vs3M Company (MMM)
JBL
Jabil Circuit Inc
$355.15
+1.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $36.88B
MMM
3M Company
$143.29
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Jabil Circuit Inc generates 31% more annual revenue ($32.67B vs $25.02B). MMM leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs 2.5%. JBL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. JBL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
JBL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
MMM
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.4%
Fair Value
$282.03
Current Price
$355.15
$73.12 discount
Margin of Safety
-31.5%
Fair Value
$131.48
Current Price
$143.29
$11.81 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Earnings expanding 96.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 23.1% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 72 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 23.3%
Areas to Watch
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Moderate valuation
1.3% revenue growth
Trading at 22.9x book value
Earnings declined 39.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JBL
The strongest argument for JBL centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 23.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MMM
The strongest argument for MMM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : JBL
The primary concerns for JBL are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 47.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MMM
The primary concerns for MMM are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JBL profiles as a growth stock while MMM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JBL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
JBL is growing revenue faster at 23.1% — sustainability is the question.
MMM generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JBL scores higher overall (68/100 vs 56/100) and 23.1% revenue growth. 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.
Jabil Circuit Inc
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Jabil Inc. provides global manufacturing solutions and services. The company is headquartered in Saint Petersburg, Florida.
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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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