Church & Dwight Company Inc (CHD)vsKimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)
CHD
Church & Dwight Company Inc
$94.75
-0.32%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $22.90B
KMB
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
$97.86
-0.34%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $34.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kimberly-Clark Corporation generates 166% more annual revenue ($16.58B vs $6.23B). CHD leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 11.8%. KMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.11. CHD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
CHD
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
KMB
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+16.8%
Fair Value
$120.70
Current Price
$94.75
$25.95 discount
Margin of Safety
-35.4%
Fair Value
$79.46
Current Price
$97.86
$18.40 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Every $100 of equity generates 112 in profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.6% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 18.6x book value
0.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CHD
CHD has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : KMB
The strongest argument for KMB centers on Return on Equity.
Bear Case : CHD
The primary concerns for CHD are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : KMB
The primary concerns for KMB are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.72 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CHD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.47 — expect wider price swings.
CHD is growing revenue faster at 1.6% — sustainability is the question.
KMB generates stronger free cash flow (556M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CHD scores higher overall (53/100 vs 52/100). 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.
Church & Dwight Company Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Church & Dwight Co., Inc., is a major American manufacturer of household products that is headquartered in Ewing, New Jersey.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Kimberly-Clark Corporation is an American multinational personal care corporation that produces mostly paper-based consumer products. The company manufactures sanitary paper products and surgical & medical instruments. Kimberly-Clark brand name products include Kleenex facial tissue, Kotex feminine hygiene products, Cottonelle, Scott and Andrex toilet paper, Wypall utility wipes, KimWipes scientific cleaning wipes and Huggies disposable diapers and baby wipes.
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