Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM)vsAdecoagro SA (AGRO)
ADM
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
$66.17
-3.60%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $31.84B
AGRO
Adecoagro SA
$14.11
-3.42%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company generates 5691% more annual revenue ($80.27B vs $1.39B). ADM leads profitability with a 134.0% profit margin vs 1.7%. AGRO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.06. ADM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
ADM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
AGRO
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-374.0%
Fair Value
$14.62
Current Price
$66.17
$51.55 premium
Margin of Safety
-473.1%
Fair Value
$1.56
Current Price
$14.11
$12.55 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 134 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 4.7% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 1.8%
Revenue declined 13.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.7% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADM
The strongest argument for ADM centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 134.0% and operating margin at 1.8%. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : AGRO
The strongest argument for AGRO centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ADM
The primary concerns for ADM are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : AGRO
The primary concerns for AGRO are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 54.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADM profiles as a declining stock while AGRO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ADM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.68 — expect wider price swings.
ADM is growing revenue faster at -13.7% — sustainability is the question.
AGRO generates stronger free cash flow (92M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADM scores higher overall (51/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 134.0% 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.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
The Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, commonly known as ADM, is an American multinational food processing and commodities trading corporation founded in 1902 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company operates more than 270 plants and 420 crop procurement facilities worldwide, where cereal grains and oilseeds are processed into products used in food, beverage, nutraceutical, industrial, and animal feed markets worldwide.
Adecoagro SA
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Adecoagro SA is an agro-industrial company in South America. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
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