Edgewell Personal Care Co (EPC)vsProcter & Gamble Company (PG)
EPC
Edgewell Personal Care Co
$18.66
+4.77%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $915.64M
PG
Procter & Gamble Company
$146.54
+0.86%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $326.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Procter & Gamble Company generates 3782% more annual revenue ($86.72B vs $2.23B). PG leads profitability with a 19.2% profit margin vs -3.5%. EPC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.87. PG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
EPC
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
PG
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.6%
Fair Value
$40.10
Current Price
$18.66
$21.44 discount
Margin of Safety
-46.4%
Fair Value
$99.13
Current Price
$146.54
$47.41 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%
Generating 3.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPC
The strongest argument for EPC centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : PG
The strongest argument for PG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.2% and operating margin at 23.1%.
Bear Case : EPC
The primary concerns for EPC are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : PG
The primary concerns for PG are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPC profiles as a turnaround stock while PG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
PG is growing revenue faster at 7.4% — sustainability is the question.
PG generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PG scores higher overall (61/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 19.2% margins. EPC offers better value entry with a 47.6% 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.
Edgewell Personal Care Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Edgewell Personal Care Company manufactures and markets personal care products in the wet shaving, sun and skin care, and feminine care categories in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut.
Procter & Gamble Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) is an American multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, founded in 1837 by William Procter and James Gamble. It specializes in a wide range of personal health, consumer health, personal care, and hygiene products; these products are organized into several segments including Beauty; Grooming; Health Care; Fabric & Home Care; and Baby, Feminine, & Family Care. Before the sale of Pringles to Kellogg's, its product portfolio also included food, snacks, and beverages.
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