Sherwin-Williams Co (SHW)vsGrupo Simec SAB de CV ADR (SIM)
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$321.61
+1.18%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $79.32B
SIM
Grupo Simec SAB de CV ADR
$28.01
-8.79%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Grupo Simec SAB de CV ADR generates 27% more annual revenue ($30.29B vs $23.94B). SHW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 5.1%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.76. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
SHW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SIM
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+10.6%
Fair Value
$359.79
Current Price
$321.61
$38.18 discount
Margin of Safety
+75.6%
Fair Value
$127.01
Current Price
$28.01
$99.00 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 61 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 2.6% — below average capital efficiency
5.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bull Case : SIM
The strongest argument for SIM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SIM
The primary concerns for SIM are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SHW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
SHW is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
SIM generates stronger free cash flow (945M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (56/100 vs 42/100). SIM offers better value entry with a 75.6% margin of safety. 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.
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.
Grupo Simec SAB de CV ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Grupo Simec, SAB de CV manufactures, processes and distributes steel and steel alloys with special bar quality (SBQ) in Mexico, the United States, Brazil, Canada and internationally. The company is headquartered in Guadalajara, Mexico.
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