Cal-Maine Foods Inc (CALM)vsVital Farms Inc (VITL)
CALM
Cal-Maine Foods Inc
$78.11
-0.62%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.73B
VITL
Vital Farms Inc
$13.54
-1.88%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $606.55M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cal-Maine Foods Inc generates 455% more annual revenue ($4.21B vs $759.44M). CALM leads profitability with a 27.4% profit margin vs 8.7%. CALM trades at a lower P/E of 3.3x. VITL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
CALM
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
VITL
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+48.3%
Fair Value
$160.96
Current Price
$78.11
$82.85 discount
Margin of Safety
+61.7%
Fair Value
$67.39
Current Price
$13.54
$53.85 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 49 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 51.3% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 19.4%
Earnings declined 52.3%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
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, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.4% and operating margin at 16.2%.
Bull Case : VITL
The strongest argument for VITL centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 28.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CALM
The primary concerns for CALM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VITL
The primary concerns for VITL are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CALM profiles as a declining stock while VITL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VITL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
VITL is growing revenue faster at 28.7% — sustainability is the question.
CALM generates stronger free cash flow (48M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VITL scores higher overall (69/100 vs 65/100) and 28.7% revenue growth. CALM offers better value entry with a 48.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Vital Farms Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Vital Farms, Inc., an ethical food company, offers free range products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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