Performance Food Group Co (PFGC)vsUnited Natural Foods Inc (UNFI)
PFGC
Performance Food Group Co
$97.12
+3.40%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $16.35B
UNFI
United Natural Foods Inc
$55.52
+4.81%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Performance Food Group Co generates 101% more annual revenue ($63.35B vs $31.54B). PFGC leads profitability with a 0.5% profit margin vs -0.3%. PFGC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. PFGC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
PFGC
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
UNFI
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-33.1%
Fair Value
$67.80
Current Price
$97.12
$29.32 premium
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.9%
Elevated debt levels
Operating margin of 1.1%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PFGC
The strongest argument for PFGC centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.66 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 : PFGC
The primary concerns for PFGC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 49.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UNFI
The primary concerns for UNFI are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.09 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PFGC profiles as a value stock while UNFI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
PFGC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
PFGC is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — sustainability is the question.
PFGC generates stronger free cash flow (542M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PFGC scores higher overall (52/100 vs 42/100). 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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