Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)vsCoffee Holding Co Inc (JVA)
HRL
Hormel Foods Corporation
$23.62
+1.42%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $13.62B
JVA
Coffee Holding Co Inc
$4.48
+0.45%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $24.46M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hormel Foods Corporation generates 12052% more annual revenue ($12.22B vs $100.54M). HRL leads profitability with a 3.8% profit margin vs 1.9%. JVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. JVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
HRL
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
JVA
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+48.1%
Fair Value
$46.15
Current Price
$23.62
$22.53 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for JVA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
3.8% margin — thin
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HRL
The strongest argument for HRL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : JVA
The strongest argument for JVA centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HRL
The primary concerns for HRL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : JVA
The primary concerns for JVA are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HRL profiles as a value stock while JVA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
JVA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
JVA is growing revenue faster at 20.0% — sustainability is the question.
HRL generates stronger free cash flow (97M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JVA scores higher overall (65/100 vs 49/100) and 20.0% revenue growth. HRL offers better value entry with a 48.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Hormel Foods Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Hormel Foods Corporation is an American company founded in 1891 in Austin, Minnesota, by George A. Hormel as George A. Hormel & Company. Originally focusing on the packaging and selling of ham, Spam, sausage and other pork, chicken, beef and lamb products to consumers; by the 1980s, Hormel began offering a wider range of packaged and refrigerated foods.
Coffee Holding Co Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Coffee Holding Co., Inc. manufactures, roasts, packs, markets and distributes roast and blended coffees in the United States, Australia, Canada, England and China. The company is headquartered in Staten Island, New York.
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