Boston Beer Company Inc (SAM)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
SAM
Boston Beer Company Inc
$164.72
+2.26%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.85B
TGT
Target Corporation
$122.57
-1.03%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $55.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 5369% more annual revenue ($106.38B vs $1.95B). TGT leads profitability with a 3.2% profit margin vs -3.1%. SAM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. TGT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
SAM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
TGT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+25.4%
Fair Value
$336.22
Current Price
$164.72
$171.50 discount
Margin of Safety
+4.0%
Fair Value
$119.45
Current Price
$122.57
$3.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 48.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 5.0%
ROE of -7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SAM
The strongest argument for SAM centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SAM
The primary concerns for SAM are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SAM profiles as a turnaround stock while TGT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
TGT is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
SAM generates stronger free cash flow (-33M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SAM scores higher overall (52/100 vs 52/100). Both earn "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.
Boston Beer Company Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
The Boston Beer Company, Inc. produces and sells alcoholic beverages primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
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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