Kraft Heinz Co (KHC)vsPost Holdings Inc (POST)
KHC
Kraft Heinz Co
$21.51
+0.89%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $25.24B
POST
Post Holdings Inc
$97.21
+1.24%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $5.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kraft Heinz Co generates 198% more annual revenue ($24.94B vs $8.36B). POST leads profitability with a 3.8% profit margin vs -23.4%. KHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. POST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
KHC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
POST
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KHC.
Margin of Safety
-199.7%
Fair Value
$36.99
Current Price
$97.21
$60.22 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
ROE of -12.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 3.4%
Earnings declined 69.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 3.9%
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 : POST
The strongest argument for POST centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KHC
The primary concerns for KHC are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : POST
The primary concerns for POST are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KHC profiles as a turnaround stock while POST is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
POST carries more volatility with a beta of 0.34 — expect wider price swings.
POST is growing revenue faster at 10.1% — sustainability is the question.
KHC generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
POST scores higher overall (58/100 vs 51/100) and 10.1% 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.
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.
Post Holdings Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Post Holdings, Inc. is a consumer packaged goods holding company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
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