Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)vsUnited Natural Foods Inc (UNFI)
KMB
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
$98.43
+2.42%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $31.90B
UNFI
United Natural Foods Inc
$48.92
+1.79%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Natural Foods Inc generates 91% more annual revenue ($31.54B vs $16.56B). KMB leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs -0.3%. UNFI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. KMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
KMB
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
UNFI
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-19.0%
Fair Value
$90.45
Current Price
$98.43
$7.98 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UNFI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 112 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.7% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 21.7x book value
Operating margin of 1.1%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KMB
The strongest argument for KMB centers on Return on Equity.
Bull Case : UNFI
The strongest argument for UNFI centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KMB
The primary concerns for KMB are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UNFI
The primary concerns for UNFI are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KMB profiles as a value stock while UNFI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNFI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
KMB is growing revenue faster at 2.7% — sustainability is the question.
KMB generates stronger free cash flow (575M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KMB scores higher overall (63/100 vs 44/100). 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 →United Natural Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
United Natural Foods, Inc. distributes natural, organic, specialty, agricultural and conventional, edible and non-food products in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island.
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