Ambev SA ADR (ABEV)vsFlex Ltd (FLEX)
ABEV
Ambev SA ADR
$2.85
+2.52%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $43.41B
FLEX
Flex Ltd
$70.02
+1.34%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $25.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ambev SA ADR generates 229% more annual revenue ($88.24B vs $26.83B). ABEV leads profitability with a 17.6% profit margin vs 3.2%. FLEX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. FLEX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ABEV
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
FLEX
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-136.4%
Fair Value
$1.29
Current Price
$2.85
$1.56 premium
Margin of Safety
-327.7%
Fair Value
$15.16
Current Price
$70.02
$54.86 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 11.6B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 8.2%
Earnings declined 10.1%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 4.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABEV
The strongest argument for ABEV centers on Free Cash Flow, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 28.2%.
Bull Case : FLEX
The strongest argument for FLEX centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ABEV
The primary concerns for ABEV are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : FLEX
The primary concerns for FLEX are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABEV profiles as a declining stock while FLEX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FLEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
FLEX is growing revenue faster at 7.7% — sustainability is the question.
ABEV generates stronger free cash flow (11.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FLEX scores higher overall (57/100 vs 55/100). Both earn "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.
Flex Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Flex Ltd. provides design, engineering, manufacturing and supply chain services and solutions to OEMs in Asia, the Americas and Europe. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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