Smithfield Foods, Inc. Common Stock (SFD)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
SFD
Smithfield Foods, Inc. Common Stock
$20.26
-1.60%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $8.65B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$107.15
+1.34%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $852.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 4656% more annual revenue ($735.84B vs $15.47B). SFD leads profitability with a 6.8% profit margin vs 3.0%. SFD trades at a lower P/E of 8.2x. SFD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
SFD
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 25.5% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 7.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
6.8% margin — thin
Revenue declined 2.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.0x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SFD
The strongest argument for SFD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SFD
The primary concerns for SFD are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WMT is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (7.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor PACKAGED FOODS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SFD scores higher overall (50/100 vs 43/100). 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.
Smithfield Foods, Inc. Common Stock
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Smithfield Foods, Inc. manufactures and markets packaged meats and fresh pork in the United States and internationally.
Walmart Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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