Eastman Kodak Co (KODK)vsUL Solutions Inc. (ULS)
KODK
Eastman Kodak Co
$9.06
-6.89%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $884.26M
ULS
UL Solutions Inc.
$96.81
-2.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UL Solutions Inc. generates 186% more annual revenue ($3.11B vs $1.09B). ULS leads profitability with a 11.3% profit margin vs -12.6%. ULS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
KODK
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
ULS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-38.9%
Fair Value
$5.50
Current Price
$9.06
$3.56 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ULS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Earnings expanding 36.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.1%
ROE of -20.4% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 4.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 14.8x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KODK
The strongest argument for KODK centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : ULS
The strongest argument for ULS centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : KODK
The primary concerns for KODK are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ULS
The primary concerns for ULS are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 57.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KODK profiles as a turnaround stock while ULS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KODK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
ULS is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
ULS generates stronger free cash flow (150M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ULS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 36/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Eastman Kodak Co
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Eastman Kodak Company provides hardware, software, supplies and services to customers in the commercial printing, packaging, publishing, manufacturing, commercial entertainment and film, and consumer products markets globally. The company is headquartered in Rochester, New York.
UL Solutions Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
UL Solutions Inc. provides safety science services globally. The company is headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois with additional offices in North America, Asia Pacific, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East.
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