Hf Foods Group Inc (HFFG)vsUnited Natural Foods Inc (UNFI)
HFFG
Hf Foods Group Inc
$1.66
-1.78%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $97.83M
UNFI
United Natural Foods Inc
$44.45
+0.77%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Natural Foods Inc generates 2391% more annual revenue ($31.15B vs $1.25B). UNFI leads profitability with a 0.3% profit margin vs -2.8%. HFFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.40. HFFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
HFFG
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
UNFI
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+87.5%
Fair Value
$12.50
Current Price
$1.66
$10.84 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UNFI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 141.4% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
2.8% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 0.9%
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.1%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HFFG
The strongest argument for HFFG centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UNFI
The strongest argument for UNFI centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HFFG
The primary concerns for HFFG are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : UNFI
The primary concerns for UNFI are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.97 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HFFG profiles as a turnaround stock while UNFI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNFI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.81 — expect wider price swings.
HFFG is growing revenue faster at 2.8% — sustainability is the question.
UNFI generates stronger free cash flow (54M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HFFG scores higher overall (53/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Hf Foods Group Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
HF Foods Group Inc. is a food service distributor for Asian restaurants located in the southeastern, Pacific and mountain regions of the western United States. The company is headquartered in City of Industry, California.
United Natural Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
United Natural Foods, Inc. distributes natural, organic, specialty, agricultural and conventional, edible and non-food products in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island.
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