Tootsie Roll Industries Inc (TR)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
TR
Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
$37.53
+0.72%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.80B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$110.12
+0.37%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $852.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 100050% more annual revenue ($735.84B vs $734.74M). TR leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 3.0%. TR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.43. WMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
TR
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1.0%
Fair Value
$39.63
Current Price
$37.53
$2.10 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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 7.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.6%
Earnings declined 23.9%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.3x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TR
The strongest argument for TR centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TR
The primary concerns for TR are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, 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
TR profiles as a declining stock while WMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WMT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — 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.
Bottom Line
WMT scores higher overall (43/100 vs 40/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · CONFECTIONERS · USA
Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc., manufactures and sells confectionery products primarily in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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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