Lightwave Logic [LWLG] vs Sherwin-Williams [SHW] Detailed Stock Comparison
Lightwave Logic
NASDAQ
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Sherwin-Williams
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Lightwave Logic wins in 7 metrics, Sherwin-Williams wins in 10 metrics, with 0 ties. Sherwin-Williams appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Lightwave Logic | Sherwin-Williams | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | -18.74 | 35.84 | Lightwave Logic |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 14.74 | 20.37 | Lightwave Logic |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 9.31 | 308.57 | Lightwave Logic |
| PEG Ratio | N/A | -2.49 | N/A |
| EV/EBITDA | -20.80 | 23.89 | Lightwave Logic |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 92.27% | 11.03% | Lightwave Logic |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | -22,813.84% | 17.46% | Sherwin-Williams |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | N/A | 17.46% | N/A |
| Return on Equity | -65.80% | 62.43% | Sherwin-Williams |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | -37.73% | 9.34% | Sherwin-Williams |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-18.25M | $2.08B | Sherwin-Williams |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.67% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 20.38% | 0.61% | Lightwave Logic |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 4,609.38 | 3.90 | Sherwin-Williams |
| Enterprise Value | $415.50M | $102.96B | Sherwin-Williams |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 4,403.55 | 4.46 | Sherwin-Williams |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 86.48% | 49.38% | Lightwave Logic |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $0 | $92 | Sherwin-Williams |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $-0.17 | $10.07 | Sherwin-Williams |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 2.46 | 1.16 | Sherwin-Williams |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Lightwave Logic vs Sherwin-Williams Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lightwave Logic | -12.08% | -13.06% | 50.48% | 209.90% | 165.25% | 44.91% |
| Sherwin-Williams | 0.58% | -1.19% | 4.36% | 1.47% | 1.77% | 8.97% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lightwave Logic | 20.38% | -66.24% | 381.54% | 347.14% | 140.77% | 95.63% |
| Sherwin-Williams | 0.61% | 51.04% | 53.66% | 325.99% | 1,406.97% | 2,268.10% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Lightwave Logic vs Sherwin-Williams
| Metric | LWLG | SHW |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $144.40M | $89.99B |
| Market Cap Category | Micro cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 3,474,530 | 1,562,610 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 2,293,690 | 2,000,587 |
| Last Close | $3.13 | $363.03 |
| 52 Week Range | $0.79 - $4.23 | $308.84 - $400.42 |
| % from 52W High | -26.00% | -9.34% |
| All-Time High | $20.30 (Dec 13, 2021) | $400.42 (Nov 25, 2024) |
| % from All-Time High | -84.58% | -9.34% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.32% | 0.01% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.32% | -0.15% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.92% | 0.11% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | -228.14% | 0.17% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | -0.66% | 0.62% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 9.31 | 308.57 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $0.23 | $17.72 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.17 | $1.10 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $-13,986,949 | $3.06B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-8,529,002 | $1.78B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.67% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $2.21 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Lightwave Logic vs Sherwin-Williams
| Metric | LWLG | SHW |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | -18.74 | 35.84 |
| Forward P/E | N/A | 28.24 |
| PEG Ratio | N/A | -2.49 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 4,609.38 | 3.90 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 14.74 | 20.37 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $144.40M | $89.99B |
| Enterprise Value | $415.50M | $102.96B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 4,403.55 | 4.46 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | -20.80 | 23.89 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 2.46 | 1.16 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $0.23 | $17.72 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Lightwave Logic vs Sherwin-Williams
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | LWLG | SHW |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $25,605 | $6.31B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $3,463 | $3.20B |
| Gross Profit | $22,142 | $3.12B |
| Research & Development | $2.64M | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $-5.61M | $1.10B |
| EBITDA | $-5.07M | $1.27B |
| Pre-Tax Income | $-5.67M | $985.70M |
| Income Tax | N/A | $231.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $-5.67M | $754.70M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | LWLG | SHW |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $25.05M | $199.80M |
| Total Current Assets | $25.55M | $6.04B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $1.54M | $7.88B |
| Long-Term Debt | $2.55M | $9.40B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $31.55M | $4.13B |
| Retained Earnings | $-155.10M | $7.55B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $11.77M | $1.97B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | LWLG | SHW |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $-3.12M | $-86.60M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-853,544 | N/A |
| Free Cash Flow | $-4.39M | $-250.40M |
| Debt Repayment | N/A | $-250.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | $-351.70M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | LWLG | SHW |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 15.90M | 4.11M |
| Short Ratio | 8.58 | 1.94 |
| Short % of Float | 0.12% | 0.02% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 3,474,530 | 1,562,610 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 2,293,690 | 2,000,587 |
| Shares Outstanding | 123.30M | 251.29M |
| Float Shares | 128.09M | 229.92M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.01% | 0.07% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.19% | 0.84% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Lightwave Logic vs Sherwin-Williams
| Metric | LWLG | SHW |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $2.21 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.67% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $2.21 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.23% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $6.63 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Mar 03, 2025 |