Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)vsMonster Beverage Corp (MNST)
CL
Colgate-Palmolive Company
$84.49
+1.03%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $67.91B
MNST
Monster Beverage Corp
$76.89
-0.39%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $76.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Colgate-Palmolive Company generates 146% more annual revenue ($20.38B vs $8.29B). MNST leads profitability with a 23.0% profit margin vs 10.5%. CL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. MNST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
CL
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
MNST
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+17.8%
Fair Value
$102.75
Current Price
$84.49
$18.26 discount
Margin of Safety
+70.9%
Fair Value
$277.21
Current Price
$76.89
$200.32 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 50 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 31.3%
Earnings expanding 66.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.1% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 1207.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.1x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CL
The strongest argument for CL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : MNST
The strongest argument for MNST centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 31.3%. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CL
The primary concerns for CL are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 147.93 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MNST
The primary concerns for MNST are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CL profiles as a value stock while MNST is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MNST carries more volatility with a beta of 0.51 — expect wider price swings.
MNST is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
CL generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MNST scores higher overall (68/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 23.0% margins and 17.6% revenue growth. CL offers better value entry with a 17.8% 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.
Colgate-Palmolive Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Colgate-Palmolive Company is an American multinational consumer products company headquartered on Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. It specializes in the production, distribution and provision of household, health care, personal care and veterinary products.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
Monster Beverage Corporation is an American beverage company that manufactures energy drinks including Monster Energy, Relentless and Burn.
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