Kroger Company (KR)vsWalmart Inc. Common Stock (WMT)
KR
Kroger Company
$73.22
+1.99%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $44.96B
WMT
Walmart Inc. Common Stock
$122.89
+0.50%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $979.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. Common Stock generates 383% more annual revenue ($713.16B vs $147.64B). WMT leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs 0.7%. KR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. KR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
KR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.7%
Fair Value
$72.07
Current Price
$73.22
$1.15 discount
Margin of Safety
-562.1%
Fair Value
$18.56
Current Price
$122.89
$104.33 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 50.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 6.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.2% revenue growth
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.5%
Trading at 9.8x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KR
The strongest argument for KR centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : KR
The primary concerns for KR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. A P/E of 47.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 45.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WMT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — expect wider price swings.
WMT is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (6.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor GROCERY STORES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
KR scores higher overall (55/100 vs 43/100). 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.
Walmart Inc. Common Stock
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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