Sherwin-Williams Co (SHW)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$303.53
-2.21%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $76.90B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$71.16
-4.69%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $20.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 415% more annual revenue ($23.57B vs $4.58B). SQM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 10.9%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SHW
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-226.9%
Fair Value
$92.84
Current Price
$303.53
$210.69 premium
Margin of Safety
+22.0%
Fair Value
$96.41
Current Price
$71.16
$25.25 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Earnings expanding 140.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.3x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SHW profiles as a value stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (862M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 54/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sociedad Qumica y Minera de Chile SA produces and distributes specialty plant nutrients, iodine and its derivatives, lithium and its derivatives, potassium chloride and sulfate, industrial chemicals and other products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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