The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
SJM
The J. M. Smucker Company
$96.80
-1.27%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $10.32B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$131.93
+3.06%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.02T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 7889% more annual revenue ($713.16B vs $8.93B). WMT leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs -14.1%. SJM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.68. SJM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
SJM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.9%
Fair Value
$147.98
Current Price
$96.80
$51.18 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 6.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -20.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 2.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 10.6x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SJM
The strongest argument for SJM centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SJM
The primary concerns for SJM are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 46.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SJM profiles as a turnaround stock while WMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WMT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — expect wider price swings.
SJM is growing revenue faster at 7.0% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (6.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SJM 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.
The J. M. Smucker Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
The J. M. Smucker Company, also known as Smucker and Smucker's, is an American manufacturer of jam, peanut butter, jelly, fruit syrups, beverages, shortening, ice cream toppings, and other products in North America. Smucker's headquarters are located in Orrville, Ohio.
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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