Coty Inc (COTY)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
COTY
Coty Inc
$1.96
+5.95%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.82B
TGT
Target Corporation
$122.57
-1.03%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $55.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 1737% more annual revenue ($106.38B vs $5.79B). TGT leads profitability with a 3.2% profit margin vs -9.2%. COTY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.18. TGT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
COTY
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
TGT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+64.7%
Fair Value
$7.16
Current Price
$1.96
$5.20 discount
Margin of Safety
+4.0%
Fair Value
$119.45
Current Price
$122.57
$3.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -17.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 1.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COTY
The strongest argument for COTY centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : COTY
The primary concerns for COTY are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COTY profiles as a turnaround stock while TGT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
TGT is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
COTY generates stronger free cash flow (-249M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TGT scores higher overall (52/100 vs 43/100). COTY offers better value entry with a 64.7% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Coty Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Coty Inc., manufactures, markets, distributes and sells beauty products worldwide. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Target Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Target Corporation is an American retail corporation. Their retail formats include the discount store Target, the hypermarket SuperTarget, and small-format stores previously named CityTarget and TargetExpress before being consolidated under the Target branding.
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