Ingredion Incorporated (INGR)vsKraft Heinz Co (KHC)
INGR
Ingredion Incorporated
$110.79
+0.66%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $6.99B
KHC
Kraft Heinz Co
$21.51
+0.89%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $25.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kraft Heinz Co generates 246% more annual revenue ($24.94B vs $7.22B). INGR leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs -23.4%. KHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. INGR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
INGR
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
KHC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+77.1%
Fair Value
$523.22
Current Price
$110.79
$412.43 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KHC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 80.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 2.4%
ROE of -12.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 3.4%
Earnings declined 69.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INGR
The strongest argument for INGR centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KHC
The strongest argument for KHC centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.99 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : INGR
The primary concerns for INGR are Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : KHC
The primary concerns for KHC are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INGR profiles as a declining stock while KHC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
INGR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.69 — expect wider price swings.
INGR is growing revenue faster at -2.4% — sustainability is the question.
KHC generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
INGR scores higher overall (70/100 vs 51/100). 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.
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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