Albertsons Companies (ACI)vsKroger Company (KR)
ACI
Albertsons Companies
$16.36
+3.02%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $7.62B
KR
Kroger Company
$62.23
-8.43%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $39.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kroger Company generates 78% more annual revenue ($147.64B vs $83.17B). KR leads profitability with a 0.7% profit margin vs 0.3%. KR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.63. KR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ACI
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
KR
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.0%
Fair Value
$16.89
Current Price
$16.36
$0.53 premium
Margin of Safety
+10.9%
Fair Value
$72.60
Current Price
$62.23
$10.37 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 50.9% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.7%
Weak financial health signals
1.2% revenue growth
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.4%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACI
The strongest argument for ACI centers on Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KR
The strongest argument for KR centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.63 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ACI
The primary concerns for ACI are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 8.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : KR
The primary concerns for KR are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 42.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 4.16 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.42 — expect wider price swings.
ACI is growing revenue faster at 7.7% — sustainability is the question.
KR generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
KR scores higher overall (59/100 vs 48/100). 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.
Albertsons Companies
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · GROCERY STORES · USA
Albertsons Companies, Inc. participates in the pharmacy and food operation in the United States.
Visit Website →Kroger Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · GROCERY STORES · USA
The Kroger Company, or simply Kroger, is an American retail company founded by Bernard Kroger in 1883 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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