Ambev SA ADR (ABEV)vsDuke Energy Corporation (DUK)
ABEV
Ambev SA ADR
$3.12
+0.32%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $48.59B
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$124.22
+0.91%
UTILITIES · Cap: $94.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ambev SA ADR generates 170% more annual revenue ($88.21B vs $32.72B). ABEV leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 15.7%. ABEV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.23. DUK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ABEV
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
DUK
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.1%
Fair Value
$10.57
Current Price
$3.12
$7.45 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DUK.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.2%
Generating 2.7B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.4% earnings growth
Revenue declined 0.1%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABEV
The strongest argument for ABEV centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.7% and operating margin at 26.2%.
Bull Case : DUK
The strongest argument for DUK centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.7% and operating margin at 25.5%. Revenue growth of 11.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ABEV
The primary concerns for ABEV are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : DUK
The primary concerns for DUK are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.66 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABEV profiles as a declining stock while DUK is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
DUK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.40 — expect wider price swings.
DUK is growing revenue faster at 11.3% — sustainability is the question.
ABEV generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DUK scores higher overall (67/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 11.3% revenue growth. ABEV offers better value entry with a 71.1% margin of safety. 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.
Ambev SA ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
Ambev SA produces, distributes and sells beer, draft beer, carbonated soft drinks (CSD), other non-alcoholic beverages, malt and food products in the Americas. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
Duke Energy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Duke Energy Corporation is an American electric power and natural gas holding company headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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