Sherwin-Williams Co (SHW)vsJ-Star Holding Co., Ltd. Ordinary Shares (YMAT)
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$300.09
+0.13%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $73.12B
YMAT
J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. Ordinary Shares
$0.83
-16.93%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $15.13M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 241027% more annual revenue ($23.94B vs $9.93M). SHW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs -203.2%. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
SHW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
YMAT
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.8%
Fair Value
$320.70
Current Price
$300.09
$20.61 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for YMAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 3137.0%
Revenue surging 30.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 16.6x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -649.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 56.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bull Case : YMAT
The strongest argument for YMAT centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 30.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : YMAT
The primary concerns for YMAT are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SHW profiles as a value stock while YMAT is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
YMAT is growing revenue faster at 30.7% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (800,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (56/100 vs 46/100). 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.
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.
J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. Ordinary Shares
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. manufactures and trades in bicycles, sports accessories, and carbon fiber composite products in Taiwan and internationally. The company is headquartered in Taichung, Taiwan.
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