Fomento Economico Mexicano (FMX)vsThe Travelers Companies Inc (TRV)
FMX
Fomento Economico Mexicano
$108.51
+2.56%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $36.56B
TRV
The Travelers Companies Inc
$290.59
-0.83%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $65.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fomento Economico Mexicano generates 1622% more annual revenue ($840.95B vs $48.83B). TRV leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 2.3%. TRV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.36. TRV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
FMX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
TRV
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+15.9%
Fair Value
$134.78
Current Price
$108.51
$26.27 discount
Margin of Safety
+75.4%
Fair Value
$1213.50
Current Price
$290.59
$922.91 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 63.8% YoY
Generating 9.5B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.9%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% revenue growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMX
The strongest argument for FMX centers on EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : TRV
The strongest argument for TRV centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : FMX
The primary concerns for FMX are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TRV
The primary concerns for TRV are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TRV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.50 — expect wider price swings.
FMX is growing revenue faster at 5.4% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor BEVERAGES - BREWERS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TRV scores higher overall (71/100 vs 59/100). FMX offers better value entry with a 15.9% 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.
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.
The Travelers Companies Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Travelers Companies, Inc., commonly known as Travelers, is an American insurance company.
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