Fomento Economico Mexicano (FMX)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
FMX
Fomento Economico Mexicano
$116.95
-0.53%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $40.76B
TGT
Target Corporation
$155.83
+0.06%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $70.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fomento Economico Mexicano generates 710% more annual revenue ($872.84B vs $107.70B). TGT leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs 3.6%. TGT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.94. TGT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FMX
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TGT
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FMX.
Margin of Safety
+5.3%
Fair Value
$120.98
Current Price
$155.83
$34.85 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 107.5% YoY
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 100.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
3.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMX
The strongest argument for FMX centers on EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
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 : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
FMX is growing revenue faster at 9.3% — sustainability is the question.
TGT generates stronger free cash flow (2.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BEVERAGES - BREWERS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TGT scores higher overall (66/100 vs 54/100). 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.
Target Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Target Corporation is an American retail corporation. Their retail formats include the discount store Target, the hypermarket SuperTarget, and small-format stores previously named CityTarget and TargetExpress before being consolidated under the Target branding.
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