Ingredion Incorporated (INGR)vsKraft Heinz Co (KHC)
INGR
Ingredion Incorporated
$100.49
-0.63%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $6.35B
KHC
Kraft Heinz Co
$24.60
+0.86%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $29.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kraft Heinz Co generates 245% more annual revenue ($24.90B vs $7.21B). INGR leads profitability with a 8.2% profit margin vs -13.6%. KHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. INGR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
INGR
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
KHC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-43.6%
Fair Value
$83.46
Current Price
$100.49
$17.03 premium
Margin of Safety
+14.7%
Fair Value
$29.30
Current Price
$24.60
$4.70 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
0.9% revenue growth
Earnings declined 40.5%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of -9.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 1.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INGR
The strongest argument for INGR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KHC
The strongest argument for KHC centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.99 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : INGR
The primary concerns for INGR are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : KHC
The primary concerns for KHC are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INGR profiles as a value stock while KHC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
INGR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.61 — expect wider price swings.
INGR is growing revenue faster at 0.9% — sustainability is the question.
KHC generates stronger free cash flow (893M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
INGR scores higher overall (58/100 vs 57/100). 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.
Ingredion Incorporated
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Ingredion Incorporated, produces and sells starches and sweeteners for various industries. The company is headquartered in Westchester, Illinois.
Visit Website →Kraft Heinz Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC), commonly known as Kraft Heinz, is an American food company formed by the merger of Kraft Foods and Heinz, co-headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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