Performance Food Group Co (PFGC)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
PFGC
Performance Food Group Co
$95.08
+0.42%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $14.74B
TGT
Target Corporation
$155.31
+2.18%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $70.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 67% more annual revenue ($107.70B vs $64.34B). TGT leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs 0.6%. PFGC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.76. TGT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
PFGC
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
TGT
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-30.5%
Fair Value
$69.15
Current Price
$95.08
$25.93 premium
Margin of Safety
+5.4%
Fair Value
$121.15
Current Price
$155.31
$34.16 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 22.7% YoY
Earnings expanding 100.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.2%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PFGC
The strongest argument for PFGC centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.76 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PFGC
The primary concerns for PFGC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 40.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.59 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
PFGC is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
TGT generates stronger free cash flow (2.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FOOD DISTRIBUTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TGT scores higher overall (66/100 vs 62/100). 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.
Performance Food Group Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
Performance Food Group Company, markets and distributes food and food-related products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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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