Herbalife Nutrition Ltd (HLF)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
HLF
Herbalife Nutrition Ltd
$16.60
+3.88%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.65B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$131.93
+3.06%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.02T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 14057% more annual revenue ($713.16B vs $5.04B). HLF leads profitability with a 4.5% profit margin vs 3.1%. HLF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.62. HLF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D+).
HLF
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+73.5%
Fair Value
$62.45
Current Price
$16.60
$45.85 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 6.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
4.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 10.6x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HLF
The strongest argument for HLF centers on P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.62 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : HLF
The primary concerns for HLF are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 46.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HLF carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
HLF is growing revenue faster at 6.3% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (6.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor PACKAGED FOODS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HLF scores higher overall (45/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Herbalife Nutrition Ltd
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Herbalife Nutrition Ltd. offers nutrition solutions in North America, Mexico, South and Central America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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