Avery Dennison Corp (AVY)vsCrown Holdings Inc (CCK)
AVY
Avery Dennison Corp
$157.48
+1.26%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $12.18B
CCK
Crown Holdings Inc
$93.38
+0.34%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $11.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Crown Holdings Inc generates 41% more annual revenue ($12.74B vs $9.01B). AVY leads profitability with a 7.7% profit margin vs 5.7%. CCK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. CCK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
AVY
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
CCK
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.3% earnings growth
7.7% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Grey zone — moderate risk
5.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 5.5%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVY
The strongest argument for AVY centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : CCK
The strongest argument for CCK centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 12.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.66 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AVY
The primary concerns for AVY are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.65 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : CCK
The primary concerns for CCK are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.22 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
CCK is growing revenue faster at 12.9% — sustainability is the question.
AVY generates stronger free cash flow (108M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor PACKAGING & CONTAINERS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CCK scores higher overall (66/100 vs 57/100) and 12.9% 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.
Avery Dennison Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
Avery Dennison Corporation is a multinational manufacturer and distributor of pressure-sensitive adhesive materials (such as self-adhesive labels), apparel branding labels and tags, RFID inlays, and specialty medical products. The company is headquartered in Glendale, California.
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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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