The Andersons Inc (ANDE)vsSysco Corporation (SYY)
ANDE
The Andersons Inc
$73.19
+2.32%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.26B
SYY
Sysco Corporation
$82.80
+0.56%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $39.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sysco Corporation generates 651% more annual revenue ($82.65B vs $11.01B). SYY leads profitability with a 2.2% profit margin vs 0.9%. ANDE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.90. ANDE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ANDE
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
SYY
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.1%
Fair Value
$130.57
Current Price
$73.19
$57.38 discount
Margin of Safety
-248.9%
Fair Value
$25.23
Current Price
$82.80
$57.57 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 51.4% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 82 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Revenue declined 18.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 17.4x book value
3.0% revenue growth
2.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ANDE
The strongest argument for ANDE centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.90 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SYY
The strongest argument for SYY centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.11 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ANDE
The primary concerns for ANDE are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Thin 0.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SYY
The primary concerns for SYY are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 2.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ANDE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
SYY is growing revenue faster at 3.0% — sustainability is the question.
SYY generates stronger free cash flow (385M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FOOD DISTRIBUTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ANDE scores higher overall (61/100 vs 52/100). 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.
The Andersons Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
Andersons, Inc., an agricultural company, operates in the commerce, ethanol, plant nutrients, and railroad sectors in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Maumee, Ohio.
Sysco Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
Sysco Corporation is an American multinational corporation involved in marketing and distributing food products, smallwares, kitchen equipment and tabletop items to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, hospitality businesses like hotels and inns, and wholesale to other companies that provide foodservice (like Aramark and Sodexo). The company is headquartered in the Energy Corridor district of Houston, Texas.
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