Helen of Troy Ltd (HELE)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
HELE
Helen of Troy Ltd
$26.81
+1.17%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $665.92M
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$107.15
+1.34%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $852.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 40403% more annual revenue ($735.84B vs $1.82B). WMT leads profitability with a 3.0% profit margin vs -22.7%. HELE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. HELE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
HELE
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.4%
Fair Value
$61.95
Current Price
$26.81
$35.14 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 24.9% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 7.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -48.9% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.0x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HELE
The strongest argument for HELE centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.97 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : HELE
The primary concerns for HELE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HELE profiles as a turnaround stock while WMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HELE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
HELE is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (7.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HELE scores higher overall (64/100 vs 43/100). 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.
Helen of Troy Ltd
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Helen of Troy Limited designs, develops, imports, markets and distributes a portfolio of consumer products globally. The company is headquartered in El Paso, Texas.
Walmart Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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