Hershey Co (HSY)vsProcter & Gamble Company (PG)
HSY
Hershey Co
$215.20
+0.01%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $42.61B
PG
Procter & Gamble Company
$143.16
+0.53%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $337.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Procter & Gamble Company generates 629% more annual revenue ($85.26B vs $11.69B). PG leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 7.5%. HSY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.20. PG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
HSY
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
PG
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-680.4%
Fair Value
$29.58
Current Price
$215.20
$185.62 premium
Margin of Safety
-211.9%
Fair Value
$45.90
Current Price
$143.16
$97.26 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Revenue surging 150.0% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 26.3%
Generating 3.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.4x book value
7.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HSY
PEG of 1.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PG
The strongest argument for PG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 26.3%. Revenue growth of 150.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HSY
The primary concerns for HSY are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 48.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PG
The primary concerns for PG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HSY profiles as a value stock while PG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.34 — expect wider price swings.
PG is growing revenue faster at 150.0% — sustainability is the question.
PG generates stronger free cash flow (3.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PG scores higher overall (55/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins and 150.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Hershey Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · CONFECTIONERS · USA
The Hershey Company, commonly known as Hershey's, is an American multinational company and one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world. It also manufactures baked products, such as cookies and cakes, and sells beverages like milkshakes, and many more that are produced globally. Its headquarters are in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
Procter & Gamble Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) is an American multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, founded in 1837 by William Procter and James Gamble. It specializes in a wide range of personal health, consumer health, personal care, and hygiene products; these products are organized into several segments including Beauty; Grooming; Health Care; Fabric & Home Care; and Baby, Feminine, & Family Care. Before the sale of Pringles to Kellogg's, its product portfolio also included food, snacks, and beverages.
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