The Andersons Inc (ANDE)vsAMCON Distributing Company (DIT)
ANDE
The Andersons Inc
$73.19
+2.32%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.49B
DIT
AMCON Distributing Company
$87.00
+2.59%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $76.43M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Andersons Inc generates 291% more annual revenue ($11.01B vs $2.82B). ANDE leads profitability with a 87.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. ANDE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.90. ANDE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ANDE
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
DIT
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.1%
Fair Value
$130.57
Current Price
$73.19
$57.38 discount
Margin of Safety
-1705.1%
Fair Value
$6.26
Current Price
$87.00
$80.74 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 87 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 51.4% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Operating margin of 3.7%
Revenue declined 18.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.5% — below average capital efficiency
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ANDE
The strongest argument for ANDE centers on Profit Margin, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 87.0% and operating margin at 3.7%. PEG of 0.90 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DIT
The strongest argument for DIT centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ANDE
The primary concerns for ANDE are P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : DIT
The primary concerns for DIT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 127.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ANDE profiles as a declining stock while DIT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ANDE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
DIT is growing revenue faster at -0.4% — sustainability is the question.
DIT generates stronger free cash flow (-12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ANDE scores higher overall (61/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 87.0% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
The Andersons Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
Andersons, Inc., an agricultural company, operates in the commerce, ethanol, plant nutrients, and railroad sectors in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Maumee, Ohio.
AMCON Distributing Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
AMCON Distributing Company is engaged in the wholesale distribution of consumer products in the Central, Rocky Mountain and Mid-South regions of the United States. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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