Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)vsKellanova (K)
HRL
Hormel Foods Corporation
$22.14
-1.03%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $12.61B
K
Kellanova
$83.44
0.00%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $29.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kellanova generates 4% more annual revenue ($12.67B vs $12.14B). K leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 4.0%. HRL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. HRL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
HRL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
K
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-56.4%
Fair Value
$15.31
Current Price
$22.14
$6.83 premium
Margin of Safety
-235.2%
Fair Value
$24.89
Current Price
$83.44
$58.55 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 130.0% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Revenue surging 80.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 16.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HRL
The strongest argument for HRL centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 130.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : K
The strongest argument for K centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 80.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HRL
The primary concerns for HRL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : K
The primary concerns for K are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HRL profiles as a hypergrowth stock while K is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HRL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.31 — expect wider price swings.
HRL is growing revenue faster at 130.0% — sustainability is the question.
K generates stronger free cash flow (359M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HRL scores higher overall (53/100 vs 50/100) and 130.0% revenue growth. 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.
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.
Kellanova
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
The Kellogg Company, doing business as Kellogg's, is an American multinational food manufacturing company headquartered in Battle Creek, Michigan, United States.
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