Keurig Dr Pepper Inc (KDP)vsBoston Beer Company Inc (SAM)
KDP
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc
$31.39
-0.22%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $44.29B
SAM
Boston Beer Company Inc
$172.55
+1.79%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc generates 943% more annual revenue ($20.09B vs $1.93B). KDP leads profitability with a 7.1% profit margin vs -3.6%. SAM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. KDP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
KDP
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
SAM
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+63.1%
Fair Value
$81.12
Current Price
$31.39
$49.73 discount
Margin of Safety
+24.6%
Fair Value
$332.83
Current Price
$172.55
$160.28 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 75.6% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 5.7% — below average capital efficiency
7.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 3.3%
Earnings declined 9.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KDP
The strongest argument for KDP centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 75.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.01 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SAM
The strongest argument for SAM centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KDP
The primary concerns for KDP are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : SAM
The primary concerns for SAM are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KDP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SAM is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SAM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
KDP is growing revenue faster at 75.6% — sustainability is the question.
KDP generates stronger free cash flow (714M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KDP scores higher overall (61/100 vs 43/100) and 75.6% revenue growth. SAM offers better value entry with a 24.6% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is a beverage company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts.
Boston Beer Company Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
The Boston Beer Company, Inc. produces and sells alcoholic beverages primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
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