Performance Food Group Co (PFGC)vsSysco Corporation (SYY)
PFGC
Performance Food Group Co
$97.12
+3.40%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $16.35B
SYY
Sysco Corporation
$76.29
+2.61%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $37.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sysco Corporation generates 32% more annual revenue ($83.57B vs $63.35B). SYY leads profitability with a 2.1% profit margin vs 0.5%. PFGC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. PFGC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
PFGC
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
SYY
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-33.1%
Fair Value
$67.80
Current Price
$97.12
$29.32 premium
Margin of Safety
-19.8%
Fair Value
$73.47
Current Price
$76.29
$2.82 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.9%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 16.0x book value
4.7% revenue growth
2.1% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PFGC
The strongest argument for PFGC centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.66 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SYY
The strongest argument for SYY centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : PFGC
The primary concerns for PFGC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 49.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SYY
The primary concerns for SYY are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 6.76 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PFGC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
PFGC is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — sustainability is the question.
SYY generates stronger free cash flow (691M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FOOD DISTRIBUTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PFGC scores higher overall (52/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Performance Food Group Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
Performance Food Group Company, markets and distributes food and food-related products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
Sysco Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
Sysco Corporation is an American multinational corporation involved in marketing and distributing food products, smallwares, kitchen equipment and tabletop items to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, hospitality businesses like hotels and inns, and wholesale to other companies that provide foodservice (like Aramark and Sodexo). The company is headquartered in the Energy Corridor district of Houston, Texas.
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