Waters Corporation (WAT)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
WAT
Waters Corporation
$355.13
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.41B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$138.85
+5.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $59.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waters Corporation generates 63% more annual revenue ($3.77B vs $2.31B). WPM leads profitability with a 63.6% profit margin vs 11.9%. WPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
WAT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
WPM
Strong Buy76
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 WPM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.2%
Revenue surging 127.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 533.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.6% and operating margin at 75.2%. Revenue growth of 127.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
WPM is growing revenue faster at 127.2% — sustainability is the question.
WPM generates stronger free cash flow (101M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (76/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 63.6% margins and 127.2% 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.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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