Origin Agritech Ltd (SEED)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
SEED
Origin Agritech Ltd
$1.18
0.00%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $14.31M
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$321.61
+1.18%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $79.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 26119% more annual revenue ($23.94B vs $91.29M). SHW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs -58.4%. SEED appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.62. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
SEED
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
SHW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+89.1%
Fair Value
$10.18
Current Price
$1.18
$9.00 discount
Margin of Safety
+10.6%
Fair Value
$359.79
Current Price
$321.61
$38.18 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 61 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -372.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 11.2%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SEED
The strongest argument for SEED centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.62 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : SEED
The primary concerns for SEED are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SEED profiles as a turnaround stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SEED carries more volatility with a beta of 1.67 — expect wider price swings.
SHW is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (862M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (56/100 vs 31/100). SEED offers better value entry with a 89.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Origin Agritech Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · China
Origin Agritech Limited, operates an agricultural biotechnology and e-commerce platform in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.
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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