Bunge Limited (BG)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
BG
Bunge Limited
$127.07
+0.60%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $24.48B
TGT
Target Corporation
$129.75
+1.47%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $58.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 49% more annual revenue ($104.78B vs $70.33B). TGT leads profitability with a 3.5% profit margin vs 1.2%. BG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.71. BG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
TGT
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+21.4%
Fair Value
$155.26
Current Price
$127.07
$28.19 discount
Margin of Safety
+33.2%
Fair Value
$171.60
Current Price
$129.75
$41.85 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 75.5% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.0% — below average capital efficiency
1.2% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.9%
Revenue declined 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BG
The strongest argument for BG centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 75.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : BG
The primary concerns for BG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Thin 1.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BG profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TGT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
BG is growing revenue faster at 75.5% — sustainability is the question.
TGT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BG scores higher overall (59/100 vs 48/100) and 75.5% revenue growth. TGT offers better value entry with a 33.2% margin of safety. 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.
Bunge Limited
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Bunge Limited is a global food and agribusiness company. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Target Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Target Corporation is an American retail corporation. Their retail formats include the discount store Target, the hypermarket SuperTarget, and small-format stores previously named CityTarget and TargetExpress before being consolidated under the Target branding.
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