Ingles Markets Incorporated (IMKTA)vsSprouts Farmers Market LLC (SFM)
IMKTA
Ingles Markets Incorporated
$89.45
+2.04%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.73B
SFM
Sprouts Farmers Market LLC
$80.69
-0.62%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $7.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sprouts Farmers Market LLC generates 64% more annual revenue ($8.90B vs $5.42B). SFM leads profitability with a 5.7% profit margin vs 1.8%. IMKTA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. IMKTA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
IMKTA
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
SFM
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.7%
Fair Value
$132.86
Current Price
$89.45
$43.41 discount
Margin of Safety
+55.2%
Fair Value
$146.67
Current Price
$80.69
$65.98 discount
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
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
3.4% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
1.8% margin — thin
4.1% revenue growth
5.7% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : SFM
The strongest argument for SFM centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : IMKTA
The primary concerns for IMKTA are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 1.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SFM
The primary concerns for SFM are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SFM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
SFM is growing revenue faster at 4.1% — sustainability is the question.
SFM generates stronger free cash flow (134M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
IMKTA scores higher overall (63/100 vs 54/100). SFM offers better value entry with a 55.2% margin of safety. 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.
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 · GROCERY STORES · USA
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. offers fresh, natural and organic food products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
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