Sysco Corporation (SYY)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
SYY
Sysco Corporation
$80.97
+2.45%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $37.16B
TGT
Target Corporation
$155.31
+2.18%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $70.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 27% more annual revenue ($107.70B vs $84.55B). TGT leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs 2.1%. SYY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.45. TGT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SYY
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TGT
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-19.1%
Fair Value
$73.91
Current Price
$80.97
$7.06 premium
Margin of Safety
+5.4%
Fair Value
$121.15
Current Price
$155.31
$34.16 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 66 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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
Trading at 14.5x book value
4.7% revenue growth
2.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SYY
The strongest argument for SYY centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.45 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 : SYY
The primary concerns for SYY are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 5.61 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.1% 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
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
TGT is growing revenue faster at 5.3% — sustainability is the question.
TGT generates stronger free cash flow (2.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FOOD DISTRIBUTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TGT scores higher overall (66/100 vs 56/100). 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.
Sysco Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
Sysco Corporation is an American multinational corporation involved in marketing and distributing food products, smallwares, kitchen equipment and tabletop items to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, hospitality businesses like hotels and inns, and wholesale to other companies that provide foodservice (like Aramark and Sodexo). The company is headquartered in the Energy Corridor district of Houston, Texas.
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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