General Mills Inc (GIS)vsNatures Sunshine Products Inc (NATR)
GIS
General Mills Inc
$37.92
+0.72%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $20.06B
NATR
Natures Sunshine Products Inc
$20.29
-1.36%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $366.82M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Mills Inc generates 3662% more annual revenue ($18.42B vs $489.79M). NATR leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs -0.5%. NATR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.00. NATR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
GIS
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
NATR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GIS.
Margin of Safety
-73.6%
Fair Value
$15.06
Current Price
$20.29
$5.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
2.2% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.1% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GIS
GIS has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : NATR
The strongest argument for NATR centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bear Case : GIS
The primary concerns for GIS are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.84 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NATR
The primary concerns for NATR are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GIS profiles as a turnaround stock while NATR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NATR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.87 — expect wider price swings.
NATR is growing revenue faster at 8.5% — sustainability is the question.
GIS generates stronger free cash flow (368M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NATR scores higher overall (56/100 vs 42/100). 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.
General Mills Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
General Mills, Inc., is an American multinational manufacturer and marketer of branded consumer foods sold through retail stores. It is headquartered in Golden Valley, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis.
Natures Sunshine Products Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc., a natural health and wellness company, primarily manufactures and sells nutritional and personal care products in Asia, Europe, North America, Latin America, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Lehi, Utah.
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