Fomento Economico Mexicano (FMX)vsConstellation Brands Inc Class A (STZ)
FMX
Fomento Economico Mexicano
$116.95
-0.53%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $40.76B
STZ
Constellation Brands Inc Class A
$122.45
-1.10%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $20.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fomento Economico Mexicano generates 9537% more annual revenue ($872.84B vs $9.06B). STZ leads profitability with a 20.1% profit margin vs 3.6%. STZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.63. STZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
FMX
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
STZ
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 107.5% YoY
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 35.9%
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 30.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 3.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMX
The strongest argument for FMX centers on EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : STZ
The strongest argument for STZ centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.1% and operating margin at 35.9%.
Bear Case : FMX
The primary concerns for FMX are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : STZ
The primary concerns for STZ are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FMX profiles as a value stock while STZ is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
STZ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.40 — expect wider price swings.
FMX is growing revenue faster at 9.3% — sustainability is the question.
FMX generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
STZ scores higher overall (74/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 20.1% margins. 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.
Fomento Economico Mexicano
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
Fomento Econmico Mexicano, SAB de CV, is a bottler of Coca-Cola brand beverages. The company is headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico.
Constellation Brands Inc Class A
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
Constellation Brands, Inc., headquartered in Victor, New York, is an American producer and marketer of beer, wine, and spirits.
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