Kraft Heinz Co (KHC)vsMcCormick & Company Incorporated (MKC)
KHC
Kraft Heinz Co
$21.57
-0.87%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $26.88B
MKC
McCormick & Company Incorporated
$53.23
-1.52%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $15.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kraft Heinz Co generates 265% more annual revenue ($24.94B vs $6.84B). MKC leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs -23.4%. KHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. MKC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
KHC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
MKC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KHC.
Margin of Safety
-41.3%
Fair Value
$49.93
Current Price
$53.23
$3.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of -12.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 3.4%
Earnings declined 69.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KHC
The strongest argument for KHC centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.99 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MKC
The strongest argument for MKC centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : KHC
The primary concerns for KHC are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MKC
The primary concerns for MKC are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KHC profiles as a turnaround stock while MKC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MKC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — expect wider price swings.
MKC is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.
KHC generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MKC scores higher overall (56/100 vs 51/100). 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.
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.
McCormick & Company Incorporated
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
McCormick & Company is an American multinational food company that manufactures, markets, and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavoring products to retail outlets, food manufacturers, and foodservice businesses.
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