Cal-Maine Foods Inc (CALM)vsVital Farms Inc (VITL)
CALM
Cal-Maine Foods Inc
$75.65
+1.60%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.70B
VITL
Vital Farms Inc
$10.04
+2.14%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $428.91M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cal-Maine Foods Inc generates 341% more annual revenue ($3.46B vs $784.41M). CALM leads profitability with a 20.1% profit margin vs 6.1%. CALM trades at a lower P/E of 5.4x. VITL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
CALM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
VITL
Buy61
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
+22.3%
Fair Value
$33.22
Current Price
$10.04
$23.18 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 51.3% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
15.4% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 53.0%
Earnings declined 89.8%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : VITL
The strongest argument for VITL centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 15.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CALM
The primary concerns for CALM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VITL
The primary concerns for VITL are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CALM profiles as a declining stock while VITL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VITL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
VITL is growing revenue faster at 15.4% — sustainability is the question.
CALM generates stronger free cash flow (72M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VITL scores higher overall (61/100 vs 59/100) and 15.4% revenue growth. 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.
Vital Farms Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Vital Farms, Inc., an ethical food company, offers free range products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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