Kenvue Inc. (KVUE)vsSeagate Technology PLC (STX)
KVUE
Kenvue Inc.
$17.15
-1.61%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $33.46B
STX
Seagate Technology PLC
$738.54
+1.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $163.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kenvue Inc. generates 37% more annual revenue ($15.12B vs $11.01B). STX leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 9.7%. STX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. STX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
KVUE
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
STX
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-16.0%
Fair Value
$15.98
Current Price
$17.15
$1.17 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for STX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 35.7%
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 108.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
3.2% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 351.7x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KVUE
PEG of 1.49 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : STX
The strongest argument for STX centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 35.7%. Revenue growth of 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KVUE
The primary concerns for KVUE are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : STX
The primary concerns for STX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 69.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KVUE profiles as a value stock while STX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
STX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
STX is growing revenue faster at 44.1% — sustainability is the question.
STX generates stronger free cash flow (953M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
STX scores higher overall (76/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins and 44.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Kenvue Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Kenvue Inc. is a consumer health company globally.
Visit Website →Seagate Technology PLC
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Seagate Technology Holdings plc, an Irish public limited company (commonly referred to as Seagate) is an American data storage company.
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