Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)vsValmont Industries Inc (VMI)
KMB
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
$99.36
+0.44%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $32.98B
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$406.39
+0.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kimberly-Clark Corporation generates 301% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $4.10B). KMB leads profitability with a 12.3% profit margin vs 8.5%. VMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.55. VMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
KMB
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
VMI
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+9.3%
Fair Value
$118.58
Current Price
$99.36
$19.22 discount
Margin of Safety
+39.1%
Fair Value
$785.30
Current Price
$406.39
$378.91 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 127 in profit
Earnings expanding 135.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 21.9x book value
Revenue declined 0.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KMB
The strongest argument for KMB centers on Return on Equity.
Bull Case : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : KMB
The primary concerns for KMB are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 4.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VMI
The primary concerns for VMI are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KMB profiles as a declining stock while VMI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
VMI is growing revenue faster at 0.1% — sustainability is the question.
KMB generates stronger free cash flow (575M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VMI scores higher overall (63/100 vs 52/100). 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.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Kimberly-Clark Corporation is an American multinational personal care corporation that produces mostly paper-based consumer products. The company manufactures sanitary paper products and surgical & medical instruments. Kimberly-Clark brand name products include Kleenex facial tissue, Kotex feminine hygiene products, Cottonelle, Scott and Andrex toilet paper, Wypall utility wipes, KimWipes scientific cleaning wipes and Huggies disposable diapers and baby wipes.
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INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Valmont Industries, Inc. produces and sells metal products manufactured in the United States, Australia, Denmark, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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