Limoneira Co (LMNR)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
LMNR
Limoneira Co
$11.83
-0.34%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $215.11M
TGT
Target Corporation
$122.57
-1.03%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $55.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 73967% more annual revenue ($106.38B vs $143.62M). TGT leads profitability with a 3.2% profit margin vs -15.5%. TGT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.30. TGT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
LMNR
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
TGT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+76.2%
Fair Value
$59.25
Current Price
$11.83
$47.42 discount
Margin of Safety
+4.0%
Fair Value
$119.45
Current Price
$122.57
$3.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 96.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -18.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LMNR
The strongest argument for LMNR centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : LMNR
The primary concerns for LMNR are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LMNR profiles as a turnaround stock while TGT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
TGT is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
LMNR generates stronger free cash flow (-9M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TGT scores higher overall (52/100 vs 40/100). LMNR offers better value entry with a 76.2% margin of safety. 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.
Limoneira Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Limoneira Company is an agribusiness and real estate development company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Santa Paula, California.
Target Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Target Corporation is an American retail corporation. Their retail formats include the discount store Target, the hypermarket SuperTarget, and small-format stores previously named CityTarget and TargetExpress before being consolidated under the Target branding.
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