United Natural Foods Inc (UNFI)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
UNFI
United Natural Foods Inc
$48.92
+1.79%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.98B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$128.01
+3.06%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.02T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 2161% more annual revenue ($713.16B vs $31.54B). WMT leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs -0.3%. UNFI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. UNFI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
UNFI
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 6.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Operating margin of 1.1%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.6%
Trading at 10.2x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : UNFI
The strongest argument for UNFI centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : UNFI
The primary concerns for UNFI are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 46.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UNFI profiles as a turnaround stock while WMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNFI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
WMT is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (6.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UNFI scores higher overall (44/100 vs 43/100). 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.
United Natural Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
United Natural Foods, Inc. distributes natural, organic, specialty, agricultural and conventional, edible and non-food products in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island.
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.
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