SunOpta Inc. (STKL)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
STKL
SunOpta Inc.
$6.50
+0.31%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $770.38M
TGT
Target Corporation
$155.83
+0.06%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $70.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 13071% more annual revenue ($107.70B vs $817.72M). TGT leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs 1.9%. STKL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.48. TGT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
STKL
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
-6.8%
Fair Value
$6.02
Current Price
$6.50
$0.48 premium
Margin of Safety
+5.3%
Fair Value
$120.98
Current Price
$155.83
$34.85 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 89.1% 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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
1.9% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : STKL
The strongest argument for STKL centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 13.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.48 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 : STKL
The primary concerns for STKL are Market Cap, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 50.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
STKL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
STKL is growing revenue faster at 13.0% — sustainability is the question.
TGT generates stronger free cash flow (2.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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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.
SunOpta Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
SunOpta Inc. manufactures and sells plant- and fruit-based foods and beverages to retail customers, foodservice distributors, branded food companies, and food manufacturers globally. The company is headquartered in Mississauga, Canada.
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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