Performance Food Group Co (PFGC)vsUnited Natural Foods Inc (UNFI)
PFGC
Performance Food Group Co
$93.94
-0.43%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $15.20B
UNFI
United Natural Foods Inc
$44.45
+0.77%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Performance Food Group Co generates 107% more annual revenue ($64.34B vs $31.15B). PFGC leads profitability with a 0.6% profit margin vs 0.3%. PFGC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. PFGC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
PFGC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
UNFI
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-30.4%
Fair Value
$69.21
Current Price
$93.94
$24.73 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UNFI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 22.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.2%
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.1%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PFGC
The strongest argument for PFGC centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : PFGC
The primary concerns for PFGC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 42.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.59 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UNFI
The primary concerns for UNFI are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.97 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PFGC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
PFGC is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
PFGC generates stronger free cash flow (224M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FOOD DISTRIBUTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PFGC scores higher overall (60/100 vs 49/100). 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.
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.
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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