Ambev SA ADR (ABEV)vsUniversal Corporation (UVV)
ABEV
Ambev SA ADR
$3.29
+0.30%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $53.50B
UVV
Universal Corporation
$53.70
-0.11%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ambev SA ADR generates 2930% more annual revenue ($88.21B vs $2.91B). ABEV leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 2.9%. 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
UVV
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
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
+33.4%
Fair Value
$79.32
Current Price
$53.70
$25.62 discount
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%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.2% earnings growth
Revenue declined 0.1%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : UVV
The strongest argument for UVV centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : ABEV
The primary concerns for ABEV are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : UVV
The primary concerns for UVV are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABEV profiles as a declining stock while UVV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UVV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — expect wider price swings.
ABEV is growing revenue faster at -0.1% — 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 45/100), backed by strong 17.7% margins. UVV offers better value entry with a 33.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" 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.
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.
Universal Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Universal Corporation processes and supplies leaf tobacco and plant ingredients worldwide. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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