Calavo Growers Inc (CVGW)vsUnited Natural Foods Inc (UNFI)
CVGW
Calavo Growers Inc
$26.09
0.00%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $472.95M
UNFI
United Natural Foods Inc
$55.52
+4.81%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Natural Foods Inc generates 4964% more annual revenue ($31.21B vs $616.25M). CVGW leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs -0.1%. UNFI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. UNFI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
CVGW
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
UNFI
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+14.3%
Fair Value
$29.27
Current Price
$26.09
$3.18 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UNFI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 8.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.1%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CVGW
The strongest argument for CVGW centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : UNFI
The strongest argument for UNFI centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CVGW
The primary concerns for CVGW are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : UNFI
The primary concerns for UNFI are Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.97 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CVGW profiles as a value stock while UNFI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNFI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
UNFI is growing revenue faster at -4.2% — sustainability is the question.
UNFI generates stronger free cash flow (54M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UNFI scores higher overall (44/100 vs 39/100). 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.
Calavo Growers Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
Calavo Growers, Inc. markets and distributes avocados, prepared avocados, and other perishable foods to grocery and foodservice retail customers, club stores, mass merchandisers, food distributors, and wholesale customers globally. The company is headquartered in Santa Paula, California.
United Natural Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
United Natural Foods, Inc. distributes natural, organic, specialty, agricultural and conventional, edible and non-food products in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island.
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