Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM)vsCal-Maine Foods Inc (CALM)
ADM
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
$66.17
-3.60%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $31.84B
CALM
Cal-Maine Foods Inc
$78.35
-3.58%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company generates 1805% more annual revenue ($80.27B vs $4.21B). ADM leads profitability with a 134.0% profit margin vs 27.4%. ADM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. CALM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
ADM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
CALM
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-374.0%
Fair Value
$14.62
Current Price
$66.17
$51.55 premium
Margin of Safety
+48.3%
Fair Value
$160.96
Current Price
$78.35
$82.61 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 134 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 49 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 4.7% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 1.8%
Revenue declined 13.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 19.4%
Earnings declined 52.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADM
The strongest argument for ADM centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 134.0% and operating margin at 1.8%. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CALM
The strongest argument for CALM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.4% and operating margin at 16.2%.
Bear Case : ADM
The primary concerns for ADM are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : CALM
The primary concerns for CALM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.68 — expect wider price swings.
ADM is growing revenue faster at -13.7% — sustainability is the question.
CALM generates stronger free cash flow (48M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FARM PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CALM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 27.4% 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.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
The Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, commonly known as ADM, is an American multinational food processing and commodities trading corporation founded in 1902 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company operates more than 270 plants and 420 crop procurement facilities worldwide, where cereal grains and oilseeds are processed into products used in food, beverage, nutraceutical, industrial, and animal feed markets worldwide.
Cal-Maine Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. produces, grades, packs, markets and distributes shell eggs. The company is headquartered in Jackson, Mississippi.
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