Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM)vsThe Coca-Cola Company (KO)
ADM
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
$80.39
-3.35%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $41.40B
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$89.13
+0.92%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $353.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company generates 64% more annual revenue ($80.58B vs $49.28B). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 1.3%. ADM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.61. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
ADM
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-30.9%
Fair Value
$52.93
Current Price
$80.39
$27.46 premium
Margin of Safety
-42.9%
Fair Value
$61.78
Current Price
$89.13
$27.35 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 41 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
1.6% revenue growth
0.9% earnings growth
ROE of 4.7% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.4x 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, Price/Book.
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, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Thin 1.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
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 0.61 — 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 49/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 12.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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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