Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-A)vsUnilever PLC ADR (UL)
BF-A
Brown-Forman Corporation
$25.54
-0.97%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $12.25B
UL
Unilever PLC ADR
$57.70
+3.03%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $127.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Unilever PLC ADR generates 1186% more annual revenue ($50.50B vs $3.93B). UL leads profitability with a 18.8% profit margin vs 18.2%. BF-A appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.29. BF-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
BF-A
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
UL
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.3%
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
2.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 62.7%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 3.2%
Earnings declined 3.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BF-A
The strongest argument for BF-A centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 23.3%.
Bull Case : UL
The strongest argument for UL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.8% and operating margin at 20.1%.
Bear Case : BF-A
The primary concerns for BF-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : UL
The primary concerns for UL are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.91 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BF-A profiles as a value stock while UL is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
UL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.45 — expect wider price swings.
BF-A is growing revenue faster at 2.0% — sustainability is the question.
UL generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BF-A scores higher overall (48/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 18.2% margins. 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.
Brown-Forman Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - WINERIES & DISTILLERIES · USA
The Brown Forman Corporation is one of the largest American-owned companies in the spirits and wine business. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, it manufactures several well known brands throughout the world, including Jack Daniel's, Early Times, Old Forester, Woodford Reserve, GlenDronach, BenRiach, Glenglassaugh, Finlandia, Herradura, Korbel, and Chambord.
Visit Website →Unilever PLC ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Unilever PLC is a fast moving consumer goods company in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Turkey, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, America and Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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