3M Company (MMM)vsQnity Electronics, Inc (Q)
MMM
3M Company
$143.29
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.98B
Q
Qnity Electronics, Inc
$143.59
-3.91%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $30.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
3M Company generates 426% more annual revenue ($25.02B vs $4.75B). Q leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs 11.1%. MMM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. MMM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
MMM
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Q
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-31.5%
Fair Value
$131.48
Current Price
$143.29
$11.81 premium
Margin of Safety
-9.0%
Fair Value
$105.09
Current Price
$143.59
$38.50 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 72 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 23.3%
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
1.3% revenue growth
Trading at 22.9x book value
Earnings declined 39.7%
ROE of 8.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 52.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MMM
The strongest argument for MMM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : Q
The strongest argument for Q centers on Operating Margin.
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.
Bear Case : Q
The primary concerns for Q are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 43.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Q is growing revenue faster at 8.1% — sustainability is the question.
Q generates stronger free cash flow (420M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor CONGLOMERATES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MMM scores higher overall (56/100 vs 49/100). 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.
3M Company
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.
Visit Website →Qnity Electronics, Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
IQVIA Holdings Inc. provides integrated information and technology-enabled healthcare services in the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in Durham, North Carolina.
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