Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM)vsCal-Maine Foods Inc (CALM)
ADM
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
$79.19
+3.83%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $36.11B
CALM
Cal-Maine Foods Inc
$76.87
+2.84%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company generates 2218% more annual revenue ($80.27B vs $3.46B). CALM leads profitability with a 20.1% profit margin vs 1.3%. ADM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. CALM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ADM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
CALM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+23.8%
Fair Value
$90.91
Current Price
$79.19
$11.72 discount
Margin of Safety
+25.8%
Fair Value
$112.16
Current Price
$76.87
$35.29 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 4.7% — below average capital efficiency
1.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 53.0%
Earnings declined 89.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADM
The strongest argument for ADM centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.97 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CALM
The strongest argument for CALM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.1% and operating margin at 5.4%.
Bear Case : ADM
The primary concerns for ADM are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 1.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CALM
The primary concerns for CALM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADM profiles as a value stock while CALM is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
ADM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
ADM is growing revenue faster at -13.7% — sustainability is the question.
CALM generates stronger free cash flow (72M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CALM scores higher overall (59/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 20.1% margins. ADM offers better value entry with a 23.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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.
Cal-Maine Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. produces, grades, packs, markets and distributes shell eggs. The company is headquartered in Jackson, Mississippi.
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