Ingredion Incorporated (INGR)vsKraft Heinz Co (KHC)
INGR
Ingredion Incorporated
$99.98
+0.52%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $6.41B
KHC
Kraft Heinz Co
$22.58
+0.49%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $28.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kraft Heinz Co generates 247% more annual revenue ($24.99B vs $7.20B). INGR leads profitability with a 9.4% profit margin vs -23.1%. KHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. KHC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
INGR
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
KHC
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-44.1%
Fair Value
$83.17
Current Price
$99.98
$16.81 premium
Margin of Safety
+16.4%
Fair Value
$29.90
Current Price
$22.58
$7.32 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 20.7%
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 1.2%
Earnings declined 26.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
0.8% revenue growth
ROE of -13.7% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INGR
The strongest argument for INGR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.26 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KHC
The strongest argument for KHC centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.99 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : INGR
The primary concerns for INGR are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : KHC
The primary concerns for KHC are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INGR profiles as a value stock while KHC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
INGR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — expect wider price swings.
KHC is growing revenue faster at 0.8% — sustainability is the question.
KHC generates stronger free cash flow (766M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KHC scores higher overall (61/100 vs 58/100). 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.
Ingredion Incorporated
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Ingredion Incorporated, produces and sells starches and sweeteners for various industries. The company is headquartered in Westchester, Illinois.
Visit Website →Kraft Heinz Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC), commonly known as Kraft Heinz, is an American food company formed by the merger of Kraft Foods and Heinz, co-headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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