Ingles Markets Incorporated (IMKTA)vsProcter & Gamble Company (PG)
IMKTA
Ingles Markets Incorporated
$89.00
+1.54%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.69B
PG
Procter & Gamble Company
$142.71
+1.41%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $334.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Procter & Gamble Company generates 1473% more annual revenue ($85.26B vs $5.42B). PG leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 1.8%. IMKTA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. IMKTA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
IMKTA
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
PG
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+63.0%
Fair Value
$234.47
Current Price
$89.00
$145.47 discount
Margin of Safety
-210.9%
Fair Value
$45.90
Current Price
$142.71
$96.81 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 70.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 26.3%
Generating 3.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
1.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
1.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IMKTA
The strongest argument for IMKTA centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PG
The strongest argument for PG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 26.3%.
Bear Case : IMKTA
The primary concerns for IMKTA are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 1.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PG
The primary concerns for PG are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IMKTA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
IMKTA is growing revenue faster at 6.6% — sustainability is the question.
PG generates stronger free cash flow (3.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
IMKTA scores higher overall (66/100 vs 55/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Ingles Markets Incorporated
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · GROCERY STORES · USA
Ingles Markets, Incorporated operates a chain of supermarkets in the southeastern United States. The company is headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina.
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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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