Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM)vsTyson Foods Inc (TSN)
ADM
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
$79.19
+3.83%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $36.11B
TSN
Tyson Foods Inc
$68.43
-0.47%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $22.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company generates 46% more annual revenue ($80.27B vs $55.13B). ADM leads profitability with a 1.3% profit margin vs 0.4%. ADM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. TSN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ADM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
TSN
Buy53
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
+39.7%
Fair Value
$106.77
Current Price
$68.43
$38.34 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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%
ROE of 1.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.9%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : TSN
The strongest argument for TSN centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.04 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : TSN
The primary concerns for TSN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 113.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
TSN is growing revenue faster at 5.1% — sustainability is the question.
TSN generates stronger free cash flow (-258M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FARM PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TSN scores higher overall (53/100 vs 51/100). 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.
Tyson Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Tyson Foods, Inc. is an American multinational corporation based in Springdale, Arkansas, that operates in the food industry.
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