Performance Food Group Co (PFGC)vsUnited Natural Foods Inc (UNFI)
PFGC
Performance Food Group Co
$85.66
+2.22%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $13.16B
UNFI
United Natural Foods Inc
$43.56
+5.57%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Performance Food Group Co generates 98% more annual revenue ($62.37B vs $31.54B). PFGC leads profitability with a 0.5% profit margin vs -25.0%. PFGC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.67. PFGC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
PFGC
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
UNFI
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+12.7%
Fair Value
$103.43
Current Price
$85.66
$17.77 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UNFI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 44.4% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 107.0%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
0.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.2%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.6%
Earnings declined 89.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PFGC
The strongest argument for PFGC centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.67 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UNFI
The strongest argument for UNFI centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PFGC
The primary concerns for PFGC are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 0.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : UNFI
The primary concerns for UNFI are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PFGC profiles as a value stock while UNFI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNFI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
PFGC is growing revenue faster at 5.2% — sustainability is the question.
PFGC generates stronger free cash flow (488M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PFGC scores higher overall (64/100 vs 44/100). 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.
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.
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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