Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)vsOatly Group AB ADR (OTLY)
HRL
Hormel Foods Corporation
$23.62
+1.42%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $13.62B
OTLY
Oatly Group AB ADR
$8.19
-4.55%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $260.42M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hormel Foods Corporation generates 1268% more annual revenue ($12.22B vs $893.25M). HRL leads profitability with a 3.8% profit margin vs -17.1%. HRL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
HRL
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
OTLY
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+48.1%
Fair Value
$46.15
Current Price
$23.62
$22.53 discount
Margin of Safety
+40.4%
Fair Value
$20.77
Current Price
$8.19
$12.58 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
3.8% margin — thin
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Trading at 74.5x book value
ROE of -241.6% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HRL
The strongest argument for HRL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : OTLY
The strongest argument for OTLY centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HRL
The primary concerns for HRL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : OTLY
The primary concerns for OTLY are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 154.83 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HRL profiles as a value stock while OTLY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
OTLY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.85 — expect wider price swings.
OTLY is growing revenue faster at 15.6% — sustainability is the question.
HRL generates stronger free cash flow (97M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HRL scores higher overall (49/100 vs 31/100). OTLY offers better value entry with a 40.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Hormel Foods Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Hormel Foods Corporation is an American company founded in 1891 in Austin, Minnesota, by George A. Hormel as George A. Hormel & Company. Originally focusing on the packaging and selling of ham, Spam, sausage and other pork, chicken, beef and lamb products to consumers; by the 1980s, Hormel began offering a wider range of packaged and refrigerated foods.
Oatly Group AB ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Oatly Group AB, an oat milk company, offers a range of plant-based dairy products made from oats in Sweden. The company is headquartered in Malm, Sweden.
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