Cal-Maine Foods Inc (CALM)vsPepsiCo Inc (PEP)
CALM
Cal-Maine Foods Inc
$75.65
+1.60%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.70B
PEP
PepsiCo Inc
$141.92
+1.37%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $194.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PepsiCo Inc generates 2656% more annual revenue ($95.45B vs $3.46B). CALM leads profitability with a 20.1% profit margin vs 9.2%. PEP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. PEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CALM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
PEP
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+12.2%
Fair Value
$94.68
Current Price
$75.65
$19.03 discount
Margin of Safety
-2.5%
Fair Value
$138.40
Current Price
$141.92
$3.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 27.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 53.0%
Earnings declined 89.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CALM
The strongest argument for CALM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.1% and operating margin at 5.4%.
Bull Case : PEP
The strongest argument for PEP centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CALM
The primary concerns for CALM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PEP
The primary concerns for PEP are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.47 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CALM profiles as a declining stock while PEP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PEP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.39 — expect wider price swings.
PEP is growing revenue faster at 8.5% — sustainability is the question.
CALM generates stronger free cash flow (72M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PEP scores higher overall (62/100 vs 59/100). 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.
Cal-Maine Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. produces, grades, packs, markets and distributes shell eggs. The company is headquartered in Jackson, Mississippi.
PepsiCo Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
PepsiCo, Inc. is an American based multinational food, snack, and beverage corporation headquartered in Harrison, New York, in the hamlet of Purchase. PepsiCo's business encompasses all aspects of the food and beverage market. It oversees the manufacturing, distribution, and marketing of its products.
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