Procter & Gamble Company (PG)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
PG
Procter & Gamble Company
$145.21
-0.78%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $341.84B
TGT
Target Corporation
$154.00
+1.12%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $65.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 22% more annual revenue ($106.38B vs $87.03B). PG leads profitability with a 18.4% profit margin vs 3.2%. TGT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.68. TGT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
PG
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
TGT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-45.1%
Fair Value
$100.06
Current Price
$145.21
$45.15 premium
Margin of Safety
+4.0%
Fair Value
$119.38
Current Price
$154.00
$34.62 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Generating 4.9B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Areas to Watch
1.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 14.8%
3.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PG
The strongest argument for PG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.4% and operating margin at 19.5%.
Bull Case : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PG
The primary concerns for PG are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
TGT is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
PG generates stronger free cash flow (4.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TGT scores higher overall (52/100 vs 51/100). 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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