Valmont Industries Inc (VMI)vsWPP PLC ADR (WPP)
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$510.55
+0.27%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.88B
WPP
WPP PLC ADR
$18.97
+1.12%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
WPP PLC ADR generates 225% more annual revenue ($13.55B vs $4.16B). VMI leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs -1.6%. VMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.59. VMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
VMI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
WPP
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-71.5%
Fair Value
$278.61
Current Price
$510.55
$231.94 premium
Margin of Safety
+75.6%
Fair Value
$75.12
Current Price
$18.97
$56.15 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Operating margin of 2.2%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -5.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WPP
The strongest argument for WPP centers on Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : VMI
The primary concerns for VMI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WPP
The primary concerns for WPP are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.13 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VMI profiles as a value stock while WPP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
VMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
VMI is growing revenue faster at 6.2% — sustainability is the question.
WPP generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VMI scores higher overall (60/100 vs 32/100). WPP offers better value entry with a 75.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Valmont Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Valmont Industries, Inc. produces and sells metal products manufactured in the United States, Australia, Denmark, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
WPP plc, a creative transformation company, provides communications, expertise, trade and technology services in North America, the UK, Western Continental Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central and Eastern Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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