B&G Foods Inc (BGS)vsHormel Foods Corporation (HRL)
BGS
B&G Foods Inc
$3.90
-1.27%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $326.29M
HRL
Hormel Foods Corporation
$23.62
+1.42%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $13.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hormel Foods Corporation generates 574% more annual revenue ($12.22B vs $1.81B). HRL leads profitability with a 3.8% profit margin vs -4.2%. HRL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.85. HRL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
BGS
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
HRL
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BGS.
Margin of Safety
+48.1%
Fair Value
$46.15
Current Price
$23.62
$22.53 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -19.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 3.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
3.8% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BGS
The strongest argument for BGS centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : HRL
The strongest argument for HRL centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : BGS
The primary concerns for BGS are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.10 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HRL
The primary concerns for HRL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BGS profiles as a turnaround stock while HRL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BGS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
HRL is growing revenue faster at -2.9% — sustainability is the question.
HRL generates stronger free cash flow (97M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HRL scores higher overall (49/100 vs 39/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
B&G Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
B&G Foods, Inc. manufactures, sells and distributes a portfolio of frozen and non-perishable food and household products in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The company is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey.
Hormel Foods Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Hormel Foods Corporation is an American company founded in 1891 in Austin, Minnesota, by George A. Hormel as George A. Hormel & Company. Originally focusing on the packaging and selling of ham, Spam, sausage and other pork, chicken, beef and lamb products to consumers; by the 1980s, Hormel began offering a wider range of packaged and refrigerated foods.
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