Darling Ingredients Inc (DAR)vsMcCormick & Company Incorporated (MKC)
DAR
Darling Ingredients Inc
$55.14
-2.92%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $8.76B
MKC
McCormick & Company Incorporated
$53.23
-1.52%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $15.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McCormick & Company Incorporated generates 11% more annual revenue ($6.84B vs $6.14B). DAR leads profitability with a 102.0% profit margin vs 11.5%. MKC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.11. MKC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
DAR
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
MKC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1772.5%
Fair Value
$2.65
Current Price
$55.14
$52.49 premium
Margin of Safety
-41.3%
Fair Value
$49.93
Current Price
$53.23
$3.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 102 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 20.6% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 1.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DAR
The strongest argument for DAR centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 102.0% and operating margin at 8.1%. Revenue growth of 20.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MKC
The strongest argument for MKC centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : DAR
The primary concerns for DAR are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 141.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MKC
The primary concerns for MKC are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DAR profiles as a growth stock while MKC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DAR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
DAR is growing revenue faster at 20.6% — sustainability is the question.
MKC generates stronger free cash flow (458M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MKC scores higher overall (56/100 vs 48/100). 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.
Darling Ingredients Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Darling Ingredients Inc. develops, produces and sells natural ingredients from edible and non-edible bio-nutrients. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
Visit Website →McCormick & Company Incorporated
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
McCormick & Company is an American multinational food company that manufactures, markets, and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavoring products to retail outlets, food manufacturers, and foodservice businesses.
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