Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)vsTootsie Roll Industries Inc (TR)
KMB
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
$103.95
+4.84%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $33.95B
TR
Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
$36.20
+0.84%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kimberly-Clark Corporation generates 2151% more annual revenue ($16.56B vs $735.61M). TR leads profitability with a 13.6% profit margin vs 12.8%. KMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.07. KMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
KMB
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TR
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-36.2%
Fair Value
$79.01
Current Price
$103.95
$24.94 premium
Margin of Safety
-2.5%
Fair Value
$39.03
Current Price
$36.20
$2.83 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 118 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 19.2x book value
2.7% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
2.1% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KMB
The strongest argument for KMB centers on Return on Equity.
Bull Case : TR
The strongest argument for TR centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : KMB
The primary concerns for KMB are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.94 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TR
The primary concerns for TR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.40 — expect wider price swings.
KMB is growing revenue faster at 2.7% — sustainability is the question.
KMB generates stronger free cash flow (321M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
KMB scores higher overall (58/100 vs 41/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Kimberly-Clark Corporation is an American multinational personal care corporation that produces mostly paper-based consumer products. The company manufactures sanitary paper products and surgical & medical instruments. Kimberly-Clark brand name products include Kleenex facial tissue, Kotex feminine hygiene products, Cottonelle, Scott and Andrex toilet paper, Wypall utility wipes, KimWipes scientific cleaning wipes and Huggies disposable diapers and baby wipes.
Visit Website →Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · CONFECTIONERS · USA
Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc., manufactures and sells confectionery products primarily in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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