Rayonier Advanced Materials (RYAM)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
RYAM
Rayonier Advanced Materials
$8.26
+0.12%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $574.98M
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$321.49
-0.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $78.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 1566% more annual revenue ($24.41B vs $1.47B). SHW leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs -9.6%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.05. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
RYAM
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
SHW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RYAM.
Margin of Safety
+1.9%
Fair Value
$330.61
Current Price
$321.49
$9.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 70 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.9%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 20.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RYAM
The strongest argument for RYAM centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : RYAM
The primary concerns for RYAM are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.98 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
RYAM profiles as a turnaround stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
RYAM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.76 — expect wider price swings.
RYAM is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (60/100 vs 42/100). 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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