Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)vsUSANA Health Sciences Inc (USNA)
HRL
Hormel Foods Corporation
$23.62
+1.42%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $13.62B
USNA
USANA Health Sciences Inc
$17.46
-3.27%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $366.86M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hormel Foods Corporation generates 1220% more annual revenue ($12.22B vs $925.94M). HRL leads profitability with a 3.8% profit margin vs 1.0%. USNA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. USNA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
HRL
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
USNA
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
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 USNA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
3.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.3% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.6% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HRL
The strongest argument for HRL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : USNA
The strongest argument for USNA centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.82 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 : USNA
The primary concerns for USNA are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Thin 1.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
USNA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
USNA is growing revenue faster at 0.3% — sustainability is the question.
HRL generates stronger free cash flow (97M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor PACKAGED FOODS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
USNA scores higher overall (52/100 vs 49/100). HRL offers better value entry with a 48.1% margin of safety. 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.
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.
USANA Health Sciences Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
USANA Health Sciences, Inc. develops, manufactures, and sells science-based nutritional and personal care products. The company is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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