Philip Morris International Inc (PM)vs22nd Century Group Inc (XXII)
PM
Philip Morris International Inc
$165.50
+0.99%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $255.09B
XXII
22nd Century Group Inc
$3.29
-4.08%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.79M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Philip Morris International Inc generates 199684% more annual revenue ($40.65B vs $20.35M). PM leads profitability with a 27.9% profit margin vs -33.4%. PM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
PM
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
XXII
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+17.9%
Fair Value
$201.54
Current Price
$165.50
$36.04 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for XXII.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 32.9%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 4.3B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -118.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 40.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PM
The strongest argument for PM centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.9% and operating margin at 32.9%.
Bull Case : XXII
The strongest argument for XXII centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : PM
The primary concerns for PM are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : XXII
The primary concerns for XXII are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PM profiles as a mature stock while XXII is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
XXII carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
PM is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
PM generates stronger free cash flow (4.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PM scores higher overall (70/100 vs 31/100), backed by strong 27.9% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Philip Morris International Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) is a Swiss-American multinational cigarette and tobacco manufacturing company, with products sold in over 180 countries. The most recognized and best selling product of the company is Marlboro.
22nd Century Group Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
22nd Century Group Inc (Ticker: XXII) is a pioneering biopharmaceutical and agricultural company focused on tobacco harm reduction through innovative genetic engineering. By producing low-nicotine tobacco products, the firm aims to reduce nicotine addiction and promote public health initiatives. In addition to its efforts in tobacco, 22nd Century is strategically expanding into the hemp and cannabis sectors, capitalizing on the growth of the legal cannabis market. With a strong commitment to scientific research and compliance with regulatory standards, the company is poised to seize transformative opportunities across the tobacco and cannabis industries, presenting an attractive investment case for institutional investors.
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