Avery Dennison Corp (AVY)vsAlibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA)
AVY
Avery Dennison Corp
$169.38
+0.36%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $12.94B
BABA
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd
$109.30
+0.68%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $281.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd generates 11199% more annual revenue ($1.04T vs $9.25B). AVY leads profitability with a 7.6% profit margin vs 7.0%. BABA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.52. AVY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
AVY
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
BABA
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AVY.
Margin of Safety
+58.3%
Fair Value
$365.09
Current Price
$109.30
$255.79 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
7.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVY
The strongest argument for AVY centers on Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 10.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : BABA
The strongest argument for BABA centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.52 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AVY
The primary concerns for AVY are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : BABA
The primary concerns for BABA are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.81 — expect wider price swings.
AVY is growing revenue faster at 10.9% — sustainability is the question.
AVY generates stronger free cash flow (369M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor PACKAGING & CONTAINERS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AVY scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100) and 10.9% revenue growth. BABA offers better value entry with a 58.3% 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.
Avery Dennison Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
Avery Dennison Corporation is a multinational manufacturer and distributor of pressure-sensitive adhesive materials (such as self-adhesive labels), apparel branding labels and tags, RFID inlays, and specialty medical products. The company is headquartered in Glendale, California.
Visit Website →Alibaba Group Holding Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Alibaba Group Holding Limited, also known as Alibaba Group and Alibaba.com, is a Chinese multinational technology company specializing in e-commerce, retail, Internet, and technology. Founded on 28 June 1999 in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, the company provides consumer-to-consumer (C2C), business-to-consumer (B2C), and business-to-business (B2B) sales services via web portals, as well as electronic payment services, shopping search engines and cloud computing services. It owns and operates a diverse portfolio of companies around the world in numerous business sectors.
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