AMCON Distributing Company (DIT)vsUnited Natural Foods Inc (UNFI)
DIT
AMCON Distributing Company
$81.08
0.00%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $79.14M
UNFI
United Natural Foods Inc
$55.52
+4.81%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Natural Foods Inc generates 1238% more annual revenue ($31.54B vs $2.36B). DIT leads profitability with a 0.0% profit margin vs -0.3%. UNFI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. DIT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
DIT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
UNFI
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-47.4%
Fair Value
$76.68
Current Price
$81.08
$4.40 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UNFI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 124.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
17.1% revenue growth
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.4% — below average capital efficiency
0.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Operating margin of 1.1%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DIT
The strongest argument for DIT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 17.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UNFI
The strongest argument for UNFI centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DIT
The primary concerns for DIT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 172.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.60 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UNFI
The primary concerns for UNFI are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.09 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DIT profiles as a growth stock while UNFI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNFI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
DIT is growing revenue faster at 17.1% — sustainability is the question.
UNFI generates stronger free cash flow (243M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DIT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 42/100) and 17.1% revenue growth. 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.
AMCON Distributing Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
AMCON Distributing Company is engaged in the wholesale distribution of consumer products in the Central, Rocky Mountain and Mid-South regions of the United States. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
United Natural Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
United Natural Foods, Inc. distributes natural, organic, specialty, agricultural and conventional, edible and non-food products in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island.
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