Coca-Cola European Partners PLC (CCEP)vsUS Foods Holding Corp (USFD)
CCEP
Coca-Cola European Partners PLC
$94.74
+2.96%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $42.89B
USFD
US Foods Holding Corp
$82.21
+0.13%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $20.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
US Foods Holding Corp generates 90% more annual revenue ($39.68B vs $20.90B). CCEP leads profitability with a 9.3% profit margin vs 1.7%. USFD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.24. USFD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
CCEP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
USFD
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
0.2% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.8% revenue growth
1.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CCEP
The strongest argument for CCEP centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : USFD
The strongest argument for USFD centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.24 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CCEP
The primary concerns for CCEP are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : USFD
The primary concerns for USFD are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
USFD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.84 — expect wider price swings.
USFD is growing revenue faster at 2.8% — sustainability is the question.
CCEP generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
USFD scores higher overall (58/100 vs 57/100). Both earn "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.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
US Foods Holding Corp. The company is headquartered in Rosemont, Illinois.
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