Northwest Pipe Company (NWPX)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
NWPX
Northwest Pipe Company
$117.76
-3.96%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.17B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$300.09
+0.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $73.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 4267% more annual revenue ($23.94B vs $548.14M). SHW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 7.7%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.29. NWPX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
NWPX
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SHW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-78.6%
Fair Value
$42.13
Current Price
$117.76
$75.63 premium
Margin of Safety
+4.8%
Fair Value
$320.70
Current Price
$300.09
$20.61 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 176.9% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
19.1% revenue growth
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
7.7% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 16.6x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NWPX
The strongest argument for NWPX centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 19.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : NWPX
The primary concerns for NWPX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 3.11 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NWPX profiles as a growth stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
NWPX is growing revenue faster at 19.1% — sustainability is the question.
NWPX generates stronger free cash flow (26M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NWPX scores higher overall (57/100 vs 56/100) and 19.1% revenue growth. 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.
Northwest Pipe Company
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Northwest Pipe Company manufactures and supplies engineered welded steel pipe systems in North America. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington.
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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