The Marzetti Company (MZTI)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
MZTI
The Marzetti Company
$128.50
+1.24%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.53B
TGT
Target Corporation
$129.75
+1.47%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $58.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 5288% more annual revenue ($104.78B vs $1.94B). MZTI leads profitability with a 9.3% profit margin vs 3.5%. TGT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.41. MZTI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
MZTI
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
TGT
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.8%
Fair Value
$138.40
Current Price
$128.50
$9.90 premium
Margin of Safety
+33.2%
Fair Value
$171.60
Current Price
$129.75
$41.85 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 20.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
1.7% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.9%
Revenue declined 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MZTI
The strongest argument for MZTI centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : MZTI
The primary concerns for MZTI are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
MZTI is growing revenue faster at 1.7% — sustainability is the question.
TGT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor PACKAGED FOODS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MZTI scores higher overall (53/100 vs 48/100). TGT offers better value entry with a 33.2% 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.
The Marzetti Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
The Marzetti Company engages in the manufacturing and marketing of specialty food products for the retail and foodservice channels in the United States. The company is headquartered in Westerville, Ohio.
Visit Website →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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