Limoneira Co (LMNR)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
LMNR
Limoneira Co
$13.27
-1.34%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $242.24M
TGT
Target Corporation
$145.90
+1.18%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $63.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 80227% more annual revenue ($106.38B vs $132.43M). TGT leads profitability with a 3.2% profit margin vs -30.5%. TGT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.57. TGT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
LMNR
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
TGT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+73.8%
Fair Value
$53.88
Current Price
$13.27
$40.61 discount
Margin of Safety
+4.0%
Fair Value
$119.36
Current Price
$145.90
$26.54 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 96.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -18.7% — below average capital efficiency
3.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LMNR
The strongest argument for LMNR centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bull Case : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LMNR
The primary concerns for LMNR are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LMNR profiles as a turnaround stock while TGT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
TGT is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
LMNR generates stronger free cash flow (-9M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TGT scores higher overall (52/100 vs 40/100). LMNR offers better value entry with a 73.8% margin of safety. 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.
Limoneira Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Limoneira Company is an agribusiness and real estate development company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Santa Paula, California.
Target Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Target Corporation is an American retail corporation. Their retail formats include the discount store Target, the hypermarket SuperTarget, and small-format stores previously named CityTarget and TargetExpress before being consolidated under the Target branding.
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