Sprouts Farmers Market LLC (SFM)vsVillage Super Market Inc (VLGEA)
SFM
Sprouts Farmers Market LLC
$75.26
-0.52%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $7.37B
VLGEA
Village Super Market Inc
$40.80
+0.84%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $612.06M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sprouts Farmers Market LLC generates 269% more annual revenue ($8.81B vs $2.39B). SFM leads profitability with a 5.9% profit margin vs 2.4%. VLGEA trades at a lower P/E of 10.9x. SFM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
SFM
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
VLGEA
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+64.4%
Fair Value
$184.46
Current Price
$75.26
$109.20 discount
Margin of Safety
+39.5%
Fair Value
$62.04
Current Price
$40.80
$21.24 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
5.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
2.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SFM
The strongest argument for SFM centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.14 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VLGEA
The strongest argument for VLGEA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SFM
The primary concerns for SFM are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VLGEA
The primary concerns for VLGEA are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 2.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SFM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
SFM is growing revenue faster at 7.6% — sustainability is the question.
SFM generates stronger free cash flow (65M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor GROCERY STORES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SFM scores higher overall (62/100 vs 48/100). VLGEA offers better value entry with a 39.5% margin of safety. 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.
Sprouts Farmers Market LLC
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · GROCERY STORES · USA
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. offers fresh, natural and organic food products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
Visit Website →Village Super Market Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · GROCERY STORES · USA
Village Super Market, Inc. operates a chain of supermarkets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Springfield, New Jersey.
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