Procter & Gamble Company (PG)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
PG
Procter & Gamble Company
$167.67
+0.21%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $374.48B
TGT
Target Corporation
$160.90
-1.11%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $70.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 23% more annual revenue ($107.70B vs $87.92B). PG leads profitability with a 18.2% profit margin vs 4.1%. TGT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.11. TGT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
PG
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
TGT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-61.4%
Fair Value
$102.49
Current Price
$167.67
$65.18 premium
Margin of Safety
+5.5%
Fair Value
$121.25
Current Price
$160.90
$39.65 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 26.9%
Generating 4.4B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 100.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.0% revenue growth
0.8% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PG
The strongest argument for PG centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 26.9%.
Bull Case : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PG
The primary concerns for PG are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
TGT is growing revenue faster at 5.3% — sustainability is the question.
PG generates stronger free cash flow (4.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TGT scores higher overall (64/100 vs 55/100). 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.
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 →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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