Kraft Heinz Co (KHC)vsThe J. M. Smucker Company (SJM)
KHC
Kraft Heinz Co
$24.60
+0.86%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $29.53B
SJM
The J. M. Smucker Company
$121.14
+0.06%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $13.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kraft Heinz Co generates 172% more annual revenue ($24.90B vs $9.16B). SJM leads profitability with a 2.5% profit margin vs -13.6%. KHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. KHC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
KHC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SJM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+14.7%
Fair Value
$29.30
Current Price
$24.60
$4.70 discount
Margin of Safety
+14.2%
Fair Value
$129.41
Current Price
$121.14
$8.27 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of -9.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 1.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : SJM
The strongest argument for SJM centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : KHC
The primary concerns for KHC are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SJM
The primary concerns for SJM are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 58.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KHC profiles as a turnaround stock while SJM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SJM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.26 — expect wider price swings.
SJM is growing revenue faster at 5.0% — sustainability is the question.
KHC generates stronger free cash flow (893M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KHC scores higher overall (57/100 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.
The J. M. Smucker Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
The J. M. Smucker Company, also known as Smucker and Smucker's, is an American manufacturer of jam, peanut butter, jelly, fruit syrups, beverages, shortening, ice cream toppings, and other products in North America. Smucker's headquarters are located in Orrville, Ohio.
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