General Mills Inc (GIS)vsPepsiCo Inc (PEP)
GIS
General Mills Inc
$39.20
+0.75%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $20.96B
PEP
PepsiCo Inc
$140.79
+0.12%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $190.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PepsiCo Inc generates 426% more annual revenue ($96.90B vs $18.42B). PEP leads profitability with a 10.8% profit margin vs -0.5%. PEP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. PEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
GIS
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
PEP
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GIS.
Margin of Safety
+1.2%
Fair Value
$140.11
Current Price
$140.79
$0.68 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Earnings expanding 137.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
2.2% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GIS
GIS has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : PEP
The strongest argument for PEP centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : GIS
The primary concerns for GIS are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.84 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PEP
The primary concerns for PEP are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.41 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GIS profiles as a turnaround stock while PEP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PEP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.36 — expect wider price swings.
PEP is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — sustainability is the question.
PEP generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PEP scores higher overall (69/100 vs 42/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
General Mills Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
General Mills, Inc., is an American multinational manufacturer and marketer of branded consumer foods sold through retail stores. It is headquartered in Golden Valley, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis.
PepsiCo Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
PepsiCo, Inc. is an American based multinational food, snack, and beverage corporation headquartered in Harrison, New York, in the hamlet of Purchase. PepsiCo's business encompasses all aspects of the food and beverage market. It oversees the manufacturing, distribution, and marketing of its products.
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