Darling Ingredients Inc (DAR)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
DAR
Darling Ingredients Inc
$55.73
+1.05%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $8.75B
TGT
Target Corporation
$154.38
+1.69%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $70.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 1545% more annual revenue ($107.70B vs $6.55B). DAR leads profitability with a 9.1% profit margin vs 4.1%. TGT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.11. TGT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
DAR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
TGT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+18.1%
Fair Value
$60.56
Current Price
$55.73
$4.83 discount
Margin of Safety
+5.4%
Fair Value
$121.20
Current Price
$154.38
$33.18 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 2914.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.4% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 100.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 4.6% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DAR
The strongest argument for DAR centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 16.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : DAR
The primary concerns for DAR are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DAR profiles as a growth stock while TGT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DAR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.05 — expect wider price swings.
DAR is growing revenue faster at 16.4% — sustainability is the question.
TGT generates stronger free cash flow (2.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DAR scores higher overall (64/100 vs 64/100) and 16.4% 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.
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 →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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