Waters Corporation (WAT)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
WAT
Waters Corporation
$355.13
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.41B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$75.64
-3.88%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $242.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 2052% more annual revenue ($81.14B vs $3.77B). WFC leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 11.9%. WFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.43. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
WAT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
WFC
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$201.83
Current Price
$355.13
$153.30 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WFC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 29.4%
Generating 9.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.7% and operating margin at 29.4%. PEG of 1.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WAT profiles as a growth stock while WFC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.5% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (9.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WFC scores higher overall (74/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 26.7% margins. 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.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
Wells Fargo & Company
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Wells Fargo & Company is an American multinational financial services company with corporate headquarters in San Francisco, California, operational headquarters in Manhattan, and managerial offices throughout the United States and overseas.
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