PepsiCo Inc (PEP)vsUnited Natural Foods Inc (UNFI)
PEP
PepsiCo Inc
$143.50
-2.30%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $185.30B
UNFI
United Natural Foods Inc
$49.71
-0.90%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PepsiCo Inc generates 211% more annual revenue ($96.90B vs $31.21B). PEP leads profitability with a 10.8% profit margin vs -0.1%. UNFI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. PEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
PEP
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
UNFI
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1.9%
Fair Value
$140.22
Current Price
$143.50
$3.28 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UNFI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Earnings expanding 137.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.2x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Operating margin of 1.1%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PEP
The strongest argument for PEP centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap. PEG of 1.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UNFI
The strongest argument for UNFI centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PEP
The primary concerns for PEP are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.41 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UNFI
The primary concerns for UNFI are Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.97 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PEP profiles as a value stock while UNFI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNFI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.84 — expect wider price swings.
PEP is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — sustainability is the question.
PEP generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PEP scores higher overall (71/100 vs 44/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
PepsiCo Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
PepsiCo, Inc. is an American based multinational food, snack, and beverage corporation headquartered in Harrison, New York, in the hamlet of Purchase. PepsiCo's business encompasses all aspects of the food and beverage market. It oversees the manufacturing, distribution, and marketing of its products.
United Natural Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
United Natural Foods, Inc. distributes natural, organic, specialty, agricultural and conventional, edible and non-food products in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island.
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