Sysco Corporation (SYY)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
SYY
Sysco Corporation
$76.29
+2.61%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $37.87B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$118.88
+0.45%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $899.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 768% more annual revenue ($725.30B vs $83.57B). WMT leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs 2.1%. SYY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. SYY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
SYY
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
WMT
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-19.8%
Fair Value
$73.47
Current Price
$76.29
$2.82 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 16.0x book value
4.7% revenue growth
2.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.5x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SYY
The strongest argument for SYY centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SYY
The primary concerns for SYY are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 6.76 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SYY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — expect wider price swings.
WMT is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
SYY generates stronger free cash flow (691M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FOOD DISTRIBUTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SYY scores higher overall (50/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Sysco Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
Sysco Corporation is an American multinational corporation involved in marketing and distributing food products, smallwares, kitchen equipment and tabletop items to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, hospitality businesses like hotels and inns, and wholesale to other companies that provide foodservice (like Aramark and Sodexo). The company is headquartered in the Energy Corridor district of Houston, Texas.
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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