Unilever PLC ADR (UL)vsWaldencast Acquisition Corp (WALD)
UL
Unilever PLC ADR
$60.80
+0.30%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $132.46B
WALD
Waldencast Acquisition Corp
$1.13
0.00%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $232.49M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Unilever PLC ADR generates 18341% more annual revenue ($50.50B vs $273.87M). UL leads profitability with a 18.8% profit margin vs -15.5%. UL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
UL
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
WALD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-268.2%
Fair Value
$20.26
Current Price
$60.80
$40.54 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WALD.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 30.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 3.2%
Earnings declined 3.4%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : WALD
The strongest argument for WALD centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 30.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : UL
The primary concerns for UL are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WALD
The primary concerns for WALD are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UL profiles as a declining stock while WALD is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
UL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.26 — expect wider price swings.
WALD is growing revenue faster at 30.8% — sustainability is the question.
UL generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UL scores higher overall (50/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 18.8% margins. 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.
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.
Waldencast Acquisition Corp
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Waldencast Acquisition Corp. The company is headquartered in White Plains, New York.
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