Ambev SA ADR (ABEV)vsSouthern Company (SO)
ABEV
Ambev SA ADR
$3.29
+0.30%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $53.50B
SO
Southern Company
$91.80
-0.68%
UTILITIES · Cap: $103.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ambev SA ADR generates 192% more annual revenue ($88.21B vs $30.18B). ABEV leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 14.5%. ABEV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.31. ABEV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ABEV
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+74.4%
Fair Value
$11.91
Current Price
$3.29
$8.62 discount
Margin of Safety
-25.0%
Fair Value
$73.42
Current Price
$91.80
$18.38 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 11.6B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.5%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.2% earnings growth
Revenue declined 0.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABEV
The strongest argument for ABEV centers on Free Cash Flow, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.7% and operating margin at 26.5%.
Bull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : ABEV
The primary concerns for ABEV are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABEV profiles as a declining stock while SO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.36 — expect wider price swings.
SO is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
ABEV generates stronger free cash flow (11.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ABEV scores higher overall (57/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 17.7% 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.
Southern Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Southern Company is an American gas and electric utility holding company based in the southern United States. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with executive offices also located in Birmingham, Alabama.
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