Coca-Cola Consolidated Inc. (COKE)vsCostco Wholesale Corp (COST)
COKE
Coca-Cola Consolidated Inc.
$210.32
+1.80%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $14.00B
COST
Costco Wholesale Corp
$996.08
+1.36%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $438.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Costco Wholesale Corp generates 3841% more annual revenue ($303.15B vs $7.69B). COKE leads profitability with a 7.2% profit margin vs 3.0%. COKE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.04. COKE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
COKE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
COST
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+54.8%
Fair Value
$352.43
Current Price
$210.32
$142.11 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for COST.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 135 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 2.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
7.2% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 12.3x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COKE
The strongest argument for COKE centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : COST
The strongest argument for COST centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COKE
The primary concerns for COKE are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : COST
The primary concerns for COST are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 47.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COST carries more volatility with a beta of 0.87 — expect wider price swings.
COST is growing revenue faster at 11.1% — sustainability is the question.
COST generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
COKE scores higher overall (59/100 vs 55/100) and 10.6% revenue growth. 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 Consolidated Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. produces, markets and distributes non-alcoholic beverages primarily products of The Coca-Cola Company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Costco Wholesale Corp
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Costco Wholesale Corporation (doing business as Costco Wholesale and also known simply as Costco) is an American multinational corporation which operates a chain of membership-only (needing a membership to shop there) big-box retail stores. As of 2020, Costco was the fifth largest retailer in the world, and the world's largest retailer of choice and prime beef, organic foods, rotisserie chicken, and wine as of 2016.
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