Ambev SA ADR (ABEV)vsThe Coca-Cola Company (KO)
ABEV
Ambev SA ADR
$2.85
+2.52%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $43.41B
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$75.25
+0.78%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $321.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ambev SA ADR generates 84% more annual revenue ($88.24B vs $47.94B). KO leads profitability with a 27.3% profit margin vs 17.6%. ABEV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.02. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ABEV
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
KO
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
-97.1%
Fair Value
$38.18
Current Price
$75.25
$37.07 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%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 8.2%
Earnings declined 10.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.1x book value
2.4% revenue growth
3.6% earnings growth
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 : KO
The strongest argument for KO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.3% and operating margin at 24.7%.
Bear Case : ABEV
The primary concerns for ABEV are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABEV profiles as a declining stock while KO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.33 — expect wider price swings.
KO is growing revenue faster at 2.4% — sustainability is the question.
ABEV generates stronger free cash flow (11.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (57/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 27.3% margins. 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.
The Coca-Cola Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
The Coca-Cola Company is an American multinational beverage corporation incorporated under Delaware's General Corporation Law and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The Coca-Cola Company has interests in the manufacturing, retailing, and marketing of nonalcoholic beverage concentrates and syrups.
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