Kraft Heinz Co (KHC)vsPilgrims Pride Corp (PPC)
KHC
Kraft Heinz Co
$21.51
+0.89%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $25.24B
PPC
Pilgrims Pride Corp
$35.42
+0.57%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $8.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kraft Heinz Co generates 35% more annual revenue ($24.94B vs $18.50B). PPC leads profitability with a 5.9% profit margin vs -23.4%. PPC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.49. PPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
KHC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
PPC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KHC.
Margin of Safety
-39.9%
Fair Value
$30.87
Current Price
$35.42
$4.55 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
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
3.3% revenue growth
5.9% margin — thin
Earnings declined 62.6%
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 : PPC
The strongest argument for PPC centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.49 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 : PPC
The primary concerns for PPC are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KHC profiles as a turnaround stock while PPC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PPC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.42 — expect wider price swings.
PPC is growing revenue faster at 3.3% — sustainability is the question.
KHC generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPC 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.
Pilgrims Pride Corp
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Pilgrim's Pride Corporation produces, processes, markets and distributes fresh, frozen and value-added chicken and pork products to retailers, distributors and food service operators in the United States, the United Kingdom, Mexico, France, Puerto Rico, the Countries Low, rest of Europe, Middle East, Asia and internationally. The company is headquartered in Greeley, Colorado.
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