Kroger Company (KR)vsWeis Markets Inc (WMK)
KR
Kroger Company
$58.54
-1.89%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $35.76B
WMK
Weis Markets Inc
$72.72
-0.44%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kroger Company generates 2846% more annual revenue ($149.33B vs $5.07B). WMK leads profitability with a 2.0% profit margin vs 0.7%. KR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.59. KR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
KR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
WMK
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+20.4%
Fair Value
$75.02
Current Price
$58.54
$16.48 discount
Margin of Safety
-4.7%
Fair Value
$67.63
Current Price
$72.72
$5.09 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.0% revenue growth
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.0%
4.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.4% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KR
The strongest argument for KR centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.59 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WMK
The strongest argument for WMK centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KR
The primary concerns for KR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 4.13 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WMK
The primary concerns for WMK are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WMK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.42 — expect wider price swings.
WMK is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
WMK generates stronger free cash flow (1M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
KR scores higher overall (55/100 vs 47/100). 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.
Kroger Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · GROCERY STORES · USA
The Kroger Company, or simply Kroger, is an American retail company founded by Bernard Kroger in 1883 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Weis Markets Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · GROCERY STORES · USA
Weis Markets, Inc. is a food retailer in Pennsylvania and the surrounding states. The company is headquartered in Sunbury, Pennsylvania.
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