Cal-Maine Foods Inc (CALM)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
CALM
Cal-Maine Foods Inc
$75.65
+1.60%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.70B
TGT
Target Corporation
$122.57
-1.03%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $55.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 2972% more annual revenue ($106.38B vs $3.46B). CALM leads profitability with a 20.1% profit margin vs 3.2%. 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
TGT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+12.2%
Fair Value
$94.68
Current Price
$75.65
$19.03 discount
Margin of Safety
+4.0%
Fair Value
$119.45
Current Price
$122.57
$3.12 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 26 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 53.0%
Earnings declined 89.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Weak financial health signals
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 : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : CALM
The primary concerns for CALM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CALM profiles as a declining stock while TGT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
TGT is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
CALM generates stronger free cash flow (72M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CALM scores higher overall (59/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 20.1% margins. 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.
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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