Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (RMCF)vsTootsie Roll Industries Inc (TR)
RMCF
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
$1.68
-2.33%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $13.82M
TR
Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
$36.20
+0.84%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tootsie Roll Industries Inc generates 2575% more annual revenue ($735.61M vs $27.50M). TR leads profitability with a 13.6% profit margin vs -16.6%. TR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 41/100 (D).
RMCF
Avoid27
out of 100
Grade: F
TR
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.4%
Fair Value
$5.52
Current Price
$1.68
$3.84 discount
Margin of Safety
-2.5%
Fair Value
$39.03
Current Price
$36.20
$2.83 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -67.2% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
2.1% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RMCF
The strongest argument for RMCF centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : TR
The strongest argument for TR centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : RMCF
The primary concerns for RMCF are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TR
The primary concerns for TR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RMCF profiles as a turnaround stock while TR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
RMCF carries more volatility with a beta of 0.61 — expect wider price swings.
TR is growing revenue faster at 2.1% — sustainability is the question.
TR generates stronger free cash flow (3M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TR scores higher overall (41/100 vs 27/100). RMCF offers better value entry with a 50.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · CONFECTIONERS · USA
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc., is a confectionery franchisor, manufacturer and retail operator. The company is headquartered in Durango, Colorado.
Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · CONFECTIONERS · USA
Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc., manufactures and sells confectionery products primarily in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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