Unilever PLC ADR (UL)vsUnited Natural Foods Inc (UNFI)
UL
Unilever PLC ADR
$58.98
+3.66%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $128.81B
UNFI
United Natural Foods Inc
$48.92
+1.79%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Unilever PLC ADR generates 60% more annual revenue ($50.50B vs $31.54B). UL leads profitability with a 18.8% profit margin vs -0.3%. UNFI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. UL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 46/100 (D+).
UL
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
UNFI
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 3.2%
Earnings declined 3.4%
Operating margin of 1.1%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : UL
The strongest argument for UL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.8% and operating margin at 20.1%.
Bull Case : UNFI
The strongest argument for UNFI centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : UL
The primary concerns for UL are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : UNFI
The primary concerns for UNFI are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UL profiles as a declining stock while UNFI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNFI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
UNFI is growing revenue faster at -2.6% — sustainability is the question.
UL generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UL scores higher overall (46/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 18.8% margins. 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.
Unilever PLC ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Unilever PLC is a fast moving consumer goods company in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Turkey, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, America and Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
United Natural Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
United Natural Foods, Inc. distributes natural, organic, specialty, agricultural and conventional, edible and non-food products in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island.
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