Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM)vsThe Coca-Cola Company (KO)
ADM
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
$79.19
+3.83%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $36.11B
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$78.19
+0.37%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $336.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company generates 63% more annual revenue ($80.27B vs $49.28B). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 1.3%. ADM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
ADM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+23.8%
Fair Value
$90.91
Current Price
$79.19
$11.72 discount
Margin of Safety
-22.3%
Fair Value
$64.18
Current Price
$78.19
$14.01 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.1%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 4.7% — below average capital efficiency
1.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.8%
Trading at 10.0x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADM
The strongest argument for ADM centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.97 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KO
The strongest argument for KO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.8% and operating margin at 35.1%. Revenue growth of 12.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ADM
The primary concerns for ADM are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 1.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADM profiles as a value stock while KO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ADM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
KO is growing revenue faster at 12.1% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 12.1% revenue growth. ADM offers better value entry with a 23.8% 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.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
The Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, commonly known as ADM, is an American multinational food processing and commodities trading corporation founded in 1902 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company operates more than 270 plants and 420 crop procurement facilities worldwide, where cereal grains and oilseeds are processed into products used in food, beverage, nutraceutical, industrial, and animal feed markets worldwide.
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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