Cal-Maine Foods Inc (CALM)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
CALM
Cal-Maine Foods Inc
$61.18
-1.91%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.97B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$119.32
-0.46%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $945.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 29000% more annual revenue ($735.84B vs $2.53B). WMT leads profitability with a 3.0% profit margin vs 2.3%. CALM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.20. WMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
CALM
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-19.9%
Fair Value
$69.39
Current Price
$61.18
$8.21 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 7.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.6x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CALM
The strongest argument for CALM centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : CALM
The primary concerns for CALM are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 51.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 43.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WMT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
WMT is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (7.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WMT scores higher overall (43/100 vs 40/100). 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.
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.
Walmart Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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