Coca-Cola European Partners PLC (CCEP)vsLive Nation Entertainment Inc (LYV)
CCEP
Coca-Cola European Partners PLC
$94.57
+1.14%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $41.40B
LYV
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
$163.28
-1.49%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $38.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Live Nation Entertainment Inc generates 23% more annual revenue ($25.61B vs $20.90B). CCEP leads profitability with a 9.3% profit margin vs 0.3%. CCEP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.64. CCEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CCEP
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LYV
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-64.8%
Fair Value
$59.24
Current Price
$94.57
$35.33 premium
Margin of Safety
+12.2%
Fair Value
$172.04
Current Price
$163.28
$8.76 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 68.3% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.2% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
0.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 140.8x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CCEP
The strongest argument for CCEP centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : LYV
The strongest argument for LYV centers on Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 12.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CCEP
The primary concerns for CCEP are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : LYV
The primary concerns for LYV are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
LYV is growing revenue faster at 12.2% — sustainability is the question.
LYV generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CCEP scores higher overall (59/100 vs 42/100). 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.
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 →Live Nation Entertainment Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc is an American global entertainment company, founded in 2010, following the merger of Live Nation and Ticketmaster. The company promotes, operates, and manages ticket sales for live entertainment in the United States and internationally. It also owns and operates entertainment venues, and manages the careers of music artists.
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