Koppers Holdings Inc (KOP)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
KOP
Koppers Holdings Inc
$42.08
+1.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $759.87M
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$330.11
+2.90%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $81.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 1189% more annual revenue ($24.41B vs $1.89B). SHW leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs -4.6%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.10. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
KOP
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
SHW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.1%
Fair Value
$35.67
Current Price
$42.08
$6.41 discount
Margin of Safety
-4.8%
Fair Value
$329.82
Current Price
$330.11
$0.29 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 70 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
3.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -22.4% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 20.7x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KOP
The strongest argument for KOP centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : KOP
The primary concerns for KOP are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.59 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KOP profiles as a turnaround stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KOP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
SHW is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (60/100 vs 41/100). 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.
Koppers Holdings Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Koppers Holdings Inc. offers treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals, and carbon compounds in the United States, Australasia, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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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