Helen of Troy Ltd (HELE)vsUnilever PLC ADR (UL)
HELE
Helen of Troy Ltd
$26.81
+1.17%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $665.92M
UL
Unilever PLC ADR
$62.02
+0.63%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $138.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Unilever PLC ADR generates 2686% more annual revenue ($50.62B vs $1.82B). UL leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs -22.7%. HELE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. HELE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
HELE
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
UL
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.4%
Fair Value
$61.95
Current Price
$26.81
$35.14 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 24.9% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 69 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -48.9% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.5% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HELE
The strongest argument for HELE centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.97 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UL
The strongest argument for UL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 20.3%.
Bear Case : HELE
The primary concerns for HELE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : UL
The primary concerns for UL are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.98 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HELE profiles as a turnaround stock while UL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HELE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
HELE is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
UL generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HELE scores higher overall (64/100 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.
Helen of Troy Ltd
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Helen of Troy Limited designs, develops, imports, markets and distributes a portfolio of consumer products globally. The company is headquartered in El Paso, Texas.
Unilever PLC ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Unilever PLC is a fast moving consumer goods company in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Turkey, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, America and Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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