Amcor PLC (AMCR)vsCrown Holdings Inc (CCK)
AMCR
Amcor PLC
$44.87
-2.12%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $21.22B
CCK
Crown Holdings Inc
$121.30
-0.46%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $12.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Amcor PLC generates 71% more annual revenue ($23.51B vs $13.77B). CCK leads profitability with a 5.8% profit margin vs 4.7%. CCK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. CCK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
AMCR
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
CCK
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-87.7%
Fair Value
$26.68
Current Price
$44.87
$18.19 premium
Margin of Safety
-68.2%
Fair Value
$66.30
Current Price
$121.30
$55.00 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.9% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
15.9% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
4.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 11.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Grey zone — moderate risk
5.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMCR
The strongest argument for AMCR centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.04 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CCK
The strongest argument for CCK centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 15.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.66 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AMCR
The primary concerns for AMCR are Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CCK
The primary concerns for CCK are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMCR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
AMCR is growing revenue faster at 25.9% — sustainability is the question.
CCK generates stronger free cash flow (283M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor PACKAGING & CONTAINERS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CCK scores higher overall (72/100 vs 60/100) and 15.9% 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.
Amcor PLC
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
Amcor plc is an Australian-American, UK-domiciled packaging company. It develops and produces flexible packaging, rigid containers, specialty cartons, closures and services for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical-device, home and personal-care, and other products.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
Crown Holdings, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells products and packaging equipment for consumer goods and industrial products in the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Yardley, Pennsylvania.
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