Kenon Holdings (KEN)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
KEN
Kenon Holdings
$81.36
+1.74%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.06B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$321.95
+2.63%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $77.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 2945% more annual revenue ($23.57B vs $774.30M). KEN leads profitability with a 63.8% profit margin vs 10.9%. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
KEN
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
SHW
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KEN.
Margin of Safety
-237.9%
Fair Value
$92.84
Current Price
$321.95
$229.11 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 95.6%
Operating margin of -1.0%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.2x book value
1.4% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEN
The strongest argument for KEN centers on Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.8% and operating margin at -1.0%.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : KEN
The primary concerns for KEN are EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEN profiles as a mature stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
KEN is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (862M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (54/100 vs 44/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Kenon Holdings
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Kenon Holdings Ltd., is the owner, developer and operator of power generation facilities in Israel and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
Visit Website →Sherwin-Williams Co
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sherwin Williams Company is a Cleveland, Ohio based company in the paint and coating manufacturing industry. The company primarily engages in the manufacture, distribution, and sale of paints, coatings, floorcoverings, and related products to professional, industrial, commercial, and retail customers primarily in North and South America and Europe.
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