Keurig Dr Pepper Inc (KDP)vsTAL Education Group (TAL)
KDP
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc
$29.09
-1.05%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $39.58B
TAL
TAL Education Group
$10.89
-2.51%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $6.80B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc generates 463% more annual revenue ($16.94B vs $3.01B). TAL leads profitability with a 17.6% profit margin vs 10.8%. KDP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. TAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
KDP
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
TAL
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+59.2%
Fair Value
$73.28
Current Price
$29.09
$44.19 discount
Margin of Safety
+88.2%
Fair Value
$101.06
Current Price
$10.89
$90.17 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 31.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 536.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 47.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KDP
The strongest argument for KDP centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.97 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TAL
The strongest argument for TAL centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 9.0%. Revenue growth of 31.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KDP
The primary concerns for KDP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TAL
The primary concerns for TAL are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KDP profiles as a value stock while TAL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KDP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.36 — expect wider price swings.
TAL is growing revenue faster at 31.5% — sustainability is the question.
TAL generates stronger free cash flow (816M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TAL scores higher overall (66/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 17.6% margins and 31.5% revenue growth. KDP offers better value entry with a 59.2% 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.
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.
TAL Education Group
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · China
TAL Education Group offers K-12 afterschool tutoring services in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
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