Alico Inc (ALCO)vsFresh Del Monte Produce Inc (FDP)
ALCO
Alico Inc
$39.56
-0.33%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $294.44M
FDP
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc
$31.34
-1.94%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc generates 24904% more annual revenue ($4.27B vs $17.07M). ALCO leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs 1.6%. FDP trades at a lower P/E of 20.1x. FDP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
ALCO
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
FDP
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ALCO.
Margin of Safety
-31.0%
Fair Value
$30.47
Current Price
$31.34
$0.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 335.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -18.5% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.6% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALCO
The strongest argument for ALCO centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : FDP
The strongest argument for FDP centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : ALCO
The primary concerns for ALCO are Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. A P/E of 189.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : FDP
The primary concerns for FDP are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALCO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
ALCO is growing revenue faster at 7.7% — sustainability is the question.
FDP generates stronger free cash flow (30M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FARM PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FDP scores higher overall (44/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Alico Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Alico, Inc., is an agribusiness and land administration company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fort Myers, Florida.
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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