Coca-Cola European Partners PLC (CCEP)vsLaureate Education Inc (LAUR)
CCEP
Coca-Cola European Partners PLC
$111.10
-0.31%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $49.21B
LAUR
Laureate Education Inc
$38.41
+1.83%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $5.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Coca-Cola European Partners PLC generates 1102% more annual revenue ($20.90B vs $1.74B). LAUR leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs 9.3%. LAUR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.15. LAUR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CCEP
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
LAUR
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Earnings expanding 68.3% YoY
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 88.4% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
15.4% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
0.2% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Operating margin of -10.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CCEP
The strongest argument for CCEP centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : LAUR
The strongest argument for LAUR centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at -10.1%. Revenue growth of 15.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CCEP
The primary concerns for CCEP are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : LAUR
The primary concerns for LAUR are Piotroski F-Score, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CCEP profiles as a value stock while LAUR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CCEP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.47 — expect wider price swings.
LAUR is growing revenue faster at 15.4% — sustainability is the question.
CCEP generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LAUR scores higher overall (67/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins and 15.4% revenue growth. 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.
Coca-Cola European Partners PLC
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC produces, distributes and sells a variety of ready-to-drink non-alcoholic beverages. The company is headquartered in Uxbridge, the United Kingdom.
Visit Website →Laureate Education Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Laureate Education, Inc. offers higher education programs and services to students through a network of universities and institutions of higher education. The company is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland.
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