Grove Collaborative Holdings, Inc. (GROV)vsUnilever PLC ADR (UL)
GROV
Grove Collaborative Holdings, Inc.
$1.14
-0.87%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $48.33M
UL
Unilever PLC ADR
$56.72
+3.03%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $127.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Unilever PLC ADR generates 28972% more annual revenue ($50.50B vs $173.72M). UL leads profitability with a 18.8% profit margin vs -6.7%. UL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 46/100 (D+).
GROV
Avoid24
out of 100
Grade: F
UL
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-18.4%
Fair Value
$1.25
Current Price
$1.14
$0.11 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -89.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 14.3%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 3.2%
Earnings declined 3.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GROV
GROV has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : UL
The strongest argument for UL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.8% and operating margin at 20.1%.
Bear Case : GROV
The primary concerns for GROV are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.68 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UL
The primary concerns for UL are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.91 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GROV profiles as a turnaround stock while UL is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
GROV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
UL is growing revenue faster at -3.2% — sustainability is the question.
UL generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UL scores higher overall (46/100 vs 24/100), backed by strong 18.8% margins. 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.
Grove Collaborative Holdings, Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Grove Collaborative Holdings, Inc. is a retailer of plastic-neutral consumer products in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Unilever PLC ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Unilever PLC is a fast moving consumer goods company in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Turkey, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, America and Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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