Farmmi Inc (FAMI)vsHormel Foods Corporation (HRL)
FAMI
Farmmi Inc
$1.30
-4.41%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $15.75M
HRL
Hormel Foods Corporation
$23.62
+1.42%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $13.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hormel Foods Corporation generates 43582% more annual revenue ($12.22B vs $27.97M). HRL leads profitability with a 3.8% profit margin vs -189.8%. HRL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
FAMI
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
HRL
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-7.5%
Fair Value
$1.20
Current Price
$1.30
$0.10 premium
Margin of Safety
+48.1%
Fair Value
$46.15
Current Price
$23.62
$22.53 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -36.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 57.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
3.8% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FAMI
The strongest argument for FAMI centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : HRL
The strongest argument for HRL centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : FAMI
The primary concerns for FAMI are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : HRL
The primary concerns for HRL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FAMI profiles as a turnaround stock while HRL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FAMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
HRL is growing revenue faster at -2.9% — sustainability is the question.
HRL generates stronger free cash flow (97M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HRL scores higher overall (49/100 vs 29/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Farmmi Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · China
Farmmi, Inc. processes and sells agricultural products in China, the United States, Japan, Canada, Europe, Korea, and the Middle East. The company is headquartered in Lishui, China.
Hormel Foods Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Hormel Foods Corporation is an American company founded in 1891 in Austin, Minnesota, by George A. Hormel as George A. Hormel & Company. Originally focusing on the packaging and selling of ham, Spam, sausage and other pork, chicken, beef and lamb products to consumers; by the 1980s, Hormel began offering a wider range of packaged and refrigerated foods.
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