Niagen Bioscience, Inc. (NAGE)vsThe J. M. Smucker Company (SJM)
NAGE
Niagen Bioscience, Inc.
$2.54
+1.60%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $197.02M
SJM
The J. M. Smucker Company
$125.46
-1.53%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $13.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The J. M. Smucker Company generates 6994% more annual revenue ($9.16B vs $129.08M). NAGE leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs 2.5%. NAGE trades at a lower P/E of 13.1x. SJM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
NAGE
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
SJM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NAGE.
Margin of Safety
+13.8%
Fair Value
$128.91
Current Price
$125.46
$3.45 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.4%
Revenue declined 4.3%
Earnings declined 75.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NAGE
The strongest argument for NAGE centers on Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : SJM
The strongest argument for SJM centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : NAGE
The primary concerns for NAGE are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SJM
The primary concerns for SJM are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 59.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NAGE profiles as a declining stock while SJM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NAGE carries more volatility with a beta of 2.02 — expect wider price swings.
SJM is growing revenue faster at 5.0% — sustainability is the question.
SJM generates stronger free cash flow (337M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SJM scores higher overall (51/100 vs 40/100). 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.
Niagen Bioscience, Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Niagen Bioscience, Inc. is a bioscience company engages in developing healthy aging products. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
The J. M. Smucker Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
The J. M. Smucker Company, also known as Smucker and Smucker's, is an American manufacturer of jam, peanut butter, jelly, fruit syrups, beverages, shortening, ice cream toppings, and other products in North America. Smucker's headquarters are located in Orrville, Ohio.
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