Darling Ingredients Inc (DAR)vsKraft Heinz Co (KHC)
DAR
Darling Ingredients Inc
$64.38
+0.96%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $10.12B
KHC
Kraft Heinz Co
$22.54
+0.54%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $26.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kraft Heinz Co generates 296% more annual revenue ($24.94B vs $6.31B). DAR leads profitability with a 3.5% profit margin vs -23.4%. KHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. KHC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
DAR
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
KHC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+26.7%
Fair Value
$67.72
Current Price
$64.38
$3.34 discount
Margin of Safety
+37.6%
Fair Value
$40.03
Current Price
$22.54
$17.49 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 1.5% — below average capital efficiency
3.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -12.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 3.4%
Earnings declined 69.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DAR
The strongest argument for DAR centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KHC
The strongest argument for KHC centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.99 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DAR
The primary concerns for DAR are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 46.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : KHC
The primary concerns for KHC are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DAR profiles as a value stock while KHC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
DAR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
DAR is growing revenue faster at 12.3% — sustainability is the question.
KHC generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KHC scores higher overall (51/100 vs 45/100). DAR offers better value entry with a 26.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Darling Ingredients Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Darling Ingredients Inc. develops, produces and sells natural ingredients from edible and non-edible bio-nutrients. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
Visit Website →Kraft Heinz Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC), commonly known as Kraft Heinz, is an American food company formed by the merger of Kraft Foods and Heinz, co-headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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