Cincinnati Financial Corporation (CINF)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
CINF
Cincinnati Financial Corporation
$161.50
-0.34%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $25.07B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$130.43
+0.37%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.04T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 5416% more annual revenue ($713.16B vs $12.93B). CINF leads profitability with a 21.3% profit margin vs 3.1%. CINF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.19. CINF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
CINF
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CINF.
Margin of Safety
-90.0%
Fair Value
$68.54
Current Price
$130.43
$61.89 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 67.3% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 6.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 10.4x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CINF
The strongest argument for CINF centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.3% and operating margin at 11.8%. Revenue growth of 11.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : CINF
The primary concerns for CINF are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 47.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CINF profiles as a mature stock while WMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WMT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
CINF is growing revenue faster at 11.6% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (6.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CINF scores higher overall (75/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 21.3% margins and 11.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" 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.
Cincinnati Financial Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Cincinnati Financial Corporation offers property and casualty insurance, its main business, through The Cincinnati Insurance Company, The Cincinnati Indemnity Company and The Cincinnati Casualty Company.
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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