Ingevity Corp (NGVT)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
NGVT
Ingevity Corp
$69.41
+3.40%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.43B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$323.31
+1.85%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $78.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 2004% more annual revenue ($24.41B vs $1.16B). SHW leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs 4.7%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.05. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
NGVT
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SHW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-64.6%
Fair Value
$45.52
Current Price
$69.41
$23.89 premium
Margin of Safety
+2.3%
Fair Value
$330.90
Current Price
$323.31
$7.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 199.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
Every $100 of equity generates 70 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 51.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 20.2x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NGVT
The strongest argument for NGVT centers on EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : NGVT
The primary concerns for NGVT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 99.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 26.36 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
NGVT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — 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.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (60/100 vs 57/100). Both earn "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.
Ingevity Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Ingevity Corporation manufactures and sells specialty chemicals and activated carbon materials in North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and South America. The company is headquartered in North Charleston, South Carolina.
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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