Rayonier Advanced Materials (RYAM)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
RYAM
Rayonier Advanced Materials
$8.55
-1.38%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $539.51M
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$300.09
+0.13%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $73.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 1570% more annual revenue ($23.94B vs $1.43B). SHW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs -32.8%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.29. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
RYAM
Hold35
out of 100
Grade: F
SHW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RYAM.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -205.2% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 16.6x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RYAM
The strongest argument for RYAM centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : RYAM
The primary concerns for RYAM are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 3.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
RYAM profiles as a turnaround stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
RYAM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.75 — expect wider price swings.
SHW is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
RYAM generates stronger free cash flow (10M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (56/100 vs 35/100). 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.
Rayonier Advanced Materials
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. manufactures and sells specialty cellulose products in the United States, China, Canada, Japan, Europe, Latin America, other Asian countries, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida.
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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