Unilever PLC ADR (UL)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
UL
Unilever PLC ADR
$57.70
+3.03%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $124.25B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$119.00
-2.71%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $961.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 1336% more annual revenue ($725.30B vs $50.50B). UL leads profitability with a 18.8% profit margin vs 3.1%. WMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.77. WMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
UL
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
WMT
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 3.2%
Earnings declined 3.4%
Trading at 9.5x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : UL
The strongest argument for UL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.8% and operating margin at 20.1%.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : UL
The primary concerns for UL are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.91 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 42.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UL profiles as a declining stock while WMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WMT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.60 — expect wider price swings.
WMT is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
UL generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WMT scores higher overall (49/100 vs 46/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Unilever PLC ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Unilever PLC is a fast moving consumer goods company in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Turkey, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, America and Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
Walmart Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
Visit Website →Compare with Other HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?