Procter & Gamble Company (PG)vsPost Holdings Inc (POST)
PG
Procter & Gamble Company
$147.09
+0.43%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $342.51B
POST
Post Holdings Inc
$104.75
+2.65%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $4.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Procter & Gamble Company generates 938% more annual revenue ($86.72B vs $8.36B). PG leads profitability with a 19.2% profit margin vs 3.8%. POST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.17. PG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
PG
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
POST
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-37.3%
Fair Value
$107.17
Current Price
$147.09
$39.92 premium
Margin of Safety
+39.5%
Fair Value
$183.22
Current Price
$104.75
$78.47 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 3.9%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : POST
The strongest argument for POST centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PG
The primary concerns for PG are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : POST
The primary concerns for POST are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PG profiles as a mature stock while POST is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.40 — expect wider price swings.
POST is growing revenue faster at 10.1% — 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 58/100), backed by strong 19.2% margins. POST offers better value entry with a 39.5% margin of safety. 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.
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.
Visit Website →Post Holdings Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Post Holdings, Inc. is a consumer packaged goods holding company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
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