Cal-Maine Foods Inc (CALM)vsFresh Del Monte Produce Inc (FDP)
CALM
Cal-Maine Foods Inc
$76.87
+2.84%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.61B
FDP
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc
$37.82
-6.27%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc generates 25% more annual revenue ($4.32B vs $3.46B). CALM leads profitability with a 20.1% profit margin vs 2.1%. CALM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.20. CALM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CALM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
FDP
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+25.8%
Fair Value
$112.16
Current Price
$76.87
$35.29 discount
Margin of Safety
+23.4%
Fair Value
$52.08
Current Price
$37.82
$14.26 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 56.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 53.0%
Earnings declined 89.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.6% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CALM
The strongest argument for CALM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.1% and operating margin at 5.4%.
Bull Case : FDP
The strongest argument for FDP centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CALM
The primary concerns for CALM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : FDP
The primary concerns for FDP are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CALM profiles as a declining stock while FDP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CALM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.30 — expect wider price swings.
FDP is growing revenue faster at 0.6% — sustainability is the question.
CALM generates stronger free cash flow (72M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CALM scores higher overall (59/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 20.1% margins. FDP offers better value entry with a 23.4% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Cal-Maine Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. produces, grades, packs, markets and distributes shell eggs. The company is headquartered in Jackson, Mississippi.
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. produces, markets and distributes fresh and fresh cut fruits and vegetables in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and internationally. The company is headquartered in George Town, Cayman Islands.
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