Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM)vsFresh Del Monte Produce Inc (FDP)
ADM
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
$66.17
-3.60%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $31.84B
FDP
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc
$39.83
-1.41%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company generates 1757% more annual revenue ($80.27B vs $4.32B). ADM leads profitability with a 134.0% profit margin vs 2.1%. ADM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. FDP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ADM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
FDP
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
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
+54.6%
Fair Value
$87.98
Current Price
$39.83
$48.15 discount
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 60.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 56.7% YoY
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%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.6% — below average capital efficiency
2.1% 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 : FDP
The strongest argument for FDP centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 60.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ADM
The primary concerns for ADM are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : FDP
The primary concerns for FDP are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADM profiles as a declining stock while FDP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ADM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.68 — expect wider price swings.
FDP is growing revenue faster at 60.0% — sustainability is the question.
FDP generates stronger free cash flow (-15M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FDP scores higher overall (56/100 vs 51/100) and 60.0% revenue growth. 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.
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. produces, markets and distributes fresh and fresh cut fruits and vegetables in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and internationally. The company is headquartered in George Town, Cayman Islands.
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