General Mills Inc (GIS)vsLamb Weston Holdings Inc (LW)
GIS
General Mills Inc
$33.15
+2.95%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $18.42B
LW
Lamb Weston Holdings Inc
$42.12
-0.59%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $6.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Mills Inc generates 182% more annual revenue ($18.37B vs $6.52B). GIS leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 4.6%. LW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.03. GIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GIS
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LW
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GIS.
Margin of Safety
+27.8%
Fair Value
$69.62
Current Price
$42.12
$27.50 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
2.2% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
2.9% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
4.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GIS
The strongest argument for GIS centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : LW
PEG of 1.03 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GIS
The primary concerns for GIS are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : LW
The primary concerns for LW are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.19 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 4.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.46 — expect wider price swings.
LW is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.
GIS generates stronger free cash flow (296M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor PACKAGED FOODS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GIS scores higher overall (59/100 vs 53/100). LW offers better value entry with a 27.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
General Mills Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
General Mills, Inc., is an American multinational manufacturer and marketer of branded consumer foods sold through retail stores. It is headquartered in Golden Valley, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis.
Lamb Weston Holdings Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. is an American food processing company that is one of the world's largest producers and processors of frozen french fries and other frozen potato products. It is headquartered in Eagle, Idaho.
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