General Mills Inc (GIS)vsThe J. M. Smucker Company (SJM)
GIS
General Mills Inc
$36.17
-1.71%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $19.30B
SJM
The J. M. Smucker Company
$95.39
-1.52%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $10.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Mills Inc generates 106% more annual revenue ($18.37B vs $8.93B). GIS leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs -14.1%. SJM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.68. GIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
GIS
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
SJM
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-76.2%
Fair Value
$27.81
Current Price
$36.17
$8.36 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SJM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 8.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -20.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 2.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GIS
The strongest argument for GIS centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : SJM
The strongest argument for SJM centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : GIS
The primary concerns for GIS are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SJM
The primary concerns for SJM are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GIS profiles as a declining stock while SJM is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SJM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.18 — expect wider price swings.
SJM is growing revenue faster at 7.0% — sustainability is the question.
SJM generates stronger free cash flow (487M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GIS scores higher overall (53/100 vs 48/100). 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.
The J. M. Smucker Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
The J. M. Smucker Company, also known as Smucker and Smucker's, is an American manufacturer of jam, peanut butter, jelly, fruit syrups, beverages, shortening, ice cream toppings, and other products in North America. Smucker's headquarters are located in Orrville, Ohio.
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