Masco Corporation (MAS)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
MAS
Masco Corporation
$69.41
-0.72%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.93B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$365.36
-2.95%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Masco Corporation generates 104% more annual revenue ($7.68B vs $3.77B). WAT leads profitability with a 11.9% profit margin vs 10.9%. WAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. MAS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
MAS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
WAT
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MAS.
Margin of Safety
-84.6%
Fair Value
$178.29
Current Price
$365.36
$187.07 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 85 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 20.0% YoY
Revenue surging 91.4% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.5x book value
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MAS
The strongest argument for MAS centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MAS
The primary concerns for MAS are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 45.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MAS profiles as a value stock while WAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MAS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.4% — sustainability is the question.
WAT generates stronger free cash flow (-42M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MAS scores higher overall (67/100 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.
Masco Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Masco Corporation is a manufacturer of products for the home improvement and new home construction markets.
Visit Website →Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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