Lifeway Foods Inc (LWAY)vsProcter & Gamble Company (PG)
LWAY
Lifeway Foods Inc
$26.84
-0.33%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $422.90M
PG
Procter & Gamble Company
$146.46
+0.43%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $342.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Procter & Gamble Company generates 40709% more annual revenue ($86.72B vs $212.50M). PG leads profitability with a 19.2% profit margin vs 6.5%. LWAY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.50. PG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
LWAY
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
PG
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+1.1%
Fair Value
$21.74
Current Price
$26.84
$5.10 discount
Margin of Safety
-37.3%
Fair Value
$107.17
Current Price
$146.46
$39.29 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
18.0% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 21.1% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%
Generating 3.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.5% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LWAY
The strongest argument for LWAY centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PG
The strongest argument for PG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.2% and operating margin at 23.1%.
Bear Case : LWAY
The primary concerns for LWAY are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : PG
The primary concerns for PG are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LWAY profiles as a growth stock while PG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.40 — expect wider price swings.
LWAY is growing revenue faster at 18.0% — sustainability is the question.
PG generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PG scores higher overall (61/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 19.2% margins. 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.
Lifeway Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Lifeway Foods, Inc. produces and markets probiotic-based products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Morton Grove, Illinois.
Procter & Gamble Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) is an American multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, founded in 1837 by William Procter and James Gamble. It specializes in a wide range of personal health, consumer health, personal care, and hygiene products; these products are organized into several segments including Beauty; Grooming; Health Care; Fabric & Home Care; and Baby, Feminine, & Family Care. Before the sale of Pringles to Kellogg's, its product portfolio also included food, snacks, and beverages.
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