Cal-Maine Foods Inc (CALM)vsTyson Foods Inc (TSN)
CALM
Cal-Maine Foods Inc
$78.35
-3.58%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.73B
TSN
Tyson Foods Inc
$58.18
-1.59%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $20.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tyson Foods Inc generates 1208% more annual revenue ($55.13B vs $4.21B). TSN leads profitability with a 36.0% profit margin vs 27.4%. TSN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. CALM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
CALM
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
TSN
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+48.3%
Fair Value
$160.96
Current Price
$78.35
$82.61 discount
Margin of Safety
-1620.3%
Fair Value
$3.74
Current Price
$58.18
$54.44 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 49 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 126 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 19.4%
Earnings declined 52.3%
Operating margin of 2.9%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 76.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CALM
The strongest argument for CALM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.4% and operating margin at 16.2%.
Bull Case : TSN
The strongest argument for TSN centers on Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.0% and operating margin at 2.9%. PEG of 0.92 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CALM
The primary concerns for CALM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TSN
The primary concerns for TSN are Operating Margin, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 105.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CALM profiles as a declining stock while TSN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TSN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.44 — expect wider price swings.
TSN is growing revenue faster at 5.1% — sustainability is the question.
TSN generates stronger free cash flow (690M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CALM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 27.4% margins. 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.
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.
Tyson Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Tyson Foods, Inc. is an American multinational corporation based in Springdale, Arkansas, that operates in the food industry.
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