Honda Motor Co Ltd ADR (HMC)vsUlta Beauty Inc (ULTA)
HMC
Honda Motor Co Ltd ADR
$32.52
+2.85%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $41.56B
ULTA
Ulta Beauty Inc
$546.78
+2.08%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $23.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Honda Motor Co Ltd ADR generates 173709% more annual revenue ($22.52T vs $12.96B). ULTA leads profitability with a 9.3% profit margin vs -0.8%. ULTA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.97. ULTA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
HMC
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
ULTA
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HMC.
Margin of Safety
-20.8%
Fair Value
$565.46
Current Price
$546.78
$18.68 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 147.5% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 46 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.4% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HMC
The strongest argument for HMC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 13.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ULTA
The strongest argument for ULTA centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : HMC
The primary concerns for HMC are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : ULTA
The primary concerns for ULTA are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HMC profiles as a turnaround stock while ULTA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ULTA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — expect wider price swings.
HMC is growing revenue faster at 13.5% — sustainability is the question.
ULTA generates stronger free cash flow (38M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ULTA scores higher overall (61/100 vs 53/100). 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.
Honda Motor Co Ltd ADR
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. develops, manufactures, and distributes motorcycles, automobiles, electrical products, and other products in Japan, North America, Europe, Asia, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Visit Website →Ulta Beauty Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Ulta Beauty, Inc., formerly known as Ulta Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance Inc., is an American chain of beauty stores headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Ulta Beauty carries cosmetics and skincare brands, men's and women's fragrances, nail products, bath and body products, beauty tools and haircare products.
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