Procter & Gamble Company (PG)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
PG
Procter & Gamble Company
$146.42
+0.25%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $340.95B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$316.82
-1.06%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $78.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Procter & Gamble Company generates 262% more annual revenue ($86.72B vs $23.94B). PG leads profitability with a 19.2% profit margin vs 10.9%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.82. PG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
PG
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
SHW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-36.0%
Fair Value
$107.43
Current Price
$146.42
$38.99 premium
Margin of Safety
+11.7%
Fair Value
$358.94
Current Price
$316.82
$42.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%
Generating 3.0B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 61 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PG
The strongest argument for PG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.2% and operating margin at 23.1%.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : PG
The primary concerns for PG are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PG profiles as a mature 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.
PG is growing revenue faster at 7.4% — sustainability is the question.
PG generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PG scores higher overall (61/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 19.2% margins. 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.
Procter & Gamble Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) is an American multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, founded in 1837 by William Procter and James Gamble. It specializes in a wide range of personal health, consumer health, personal care, and hygiene products; these products are organized into several segments including Beauty; Grooming; Health Care; Fabric & Home Care; and Baby, Feminine, & Family Care. Before the sale of Pringles to Kellogg's, its product portfolio also included food, snacks, and beverages.
Visit Website →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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