Sysco Corporation (SYY)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
SYY
Sysco Corporation
$83.21
+1.09%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $38.25B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$107.15
+1.34%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $852.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 770% more annual revenue ($735.84B vs $84.55B). WMT leads profitability with a 3.0% profit margin vs 2.1%. SYY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. SYY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
SYY
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-18.8%
Fair Value
$74.09
Current Price
$83.21
$9.12 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 66 in profit
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
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
Trading at 14.9x book value
4.7% revenue growth
2.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.8%
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 : SYY
The strongest argument for SYY centers on Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
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 Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 5.61 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 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SYY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
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 FOOD DISTRIBUTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SYY scores higher overall (54/100 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.
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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