Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)vsSysco Corporation (SYY)
CL
Colgate-Palmolive Company
$88.58
-1.21%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $72.48B
SYY
Sysco Corporation
$76.29
+2.61%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $37.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sysco Corporation generates 302% more annual revenue ($83.57B vs $20.80B). CL leads profitability with a 10.0% profit margin vs 2.1%. SYY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. CL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
CL
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
SYY
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+9.1%
Fair Value
$98.43
Current Price
$88.58
$9.85 discount
Margin of Safety
-19.9%
Fair Value
$73.44
Current Price
$76.29
$2.85 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.9%
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 492.1x book value
Earnings declined 5.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 16.0x book value
4.7% revenue growth
2.1% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CL
The strongest argument for CL centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bull Case : SYY
The strongest argument for SYY centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : CL
The primary concerns for CL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 54.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SYY
The primary concerns for SYY are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 6.76 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SYY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — expect wider price swings.
CL is growing revenue faster at 8.4% — sustainability is the question.
SYY generates stronger free cash flow (691M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CL scores higher overall (58/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Colgate-Palmolive Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Colgate-Palmolive Company is an American multinational consumer products company headquartered on Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. It specializes in the production, distribution and provision of household, health care, personal care and veterinary products.
Visit Website →Sysco Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
Sysco Corporation is an American multinational corporation involved in marketing and distributing food products, smallwares, kitchen equipment and tabletop items to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, hospitality businesses like hotels and inns, and wholesale to other companies that provide foodservice (like Aramark and Sodexo). The company is headquartered in the Energy Corridor district of Houston, Texas.
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