The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsSysco Corporation (SYY)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$88.29
+0.52%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $379.87B
SYY
Sysco Corporation
$83.21
+1.09%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $38.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sysco Corporation generates 69% more annual revenue ($84.55B vs $50.13B). KO leads profitability with a 28.6% profit margin vs 2.1%. SYY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
KO
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
SYY
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.1%
Fair Value
$63.02
Current Price
$88.29
$25.27 premium
Margin of Safety
-18.8%
Fair Value
$74.09
Current Price
$83.21
$9.12 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.9%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 5.1B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 66 in profit
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.5x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 14.9x book value
4.7% revenue growth
2.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KO
The strongest argument for KO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.6% and operating margin at 34.9%.
Bull Case : SYY
The strongest argument for SYY centers on Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SYY
The primary concerns for SYY are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 5.61 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while SYY is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SYY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
KO is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (5.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (63/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 28.6% margins. Both earn "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.
The Coca-Cola Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
The Coca-Cola Company is an American multinational beverage corporation incorporated under Delaware's General Corporation Law and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The Coca-Cola Company has interests in the manufacturing, retailing, and marketing of nonalcoholic beverage concentrates and syrups.
Visit Website →Sysco Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
Sysco Corporation is an American multinational corporation involved in marketing and distributing food products, smallwares, kitchen equipment and tabletop items to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, hospitality businesses like hotels and inns, and wholesale to other companies that provide foodservice (like Aramark and Sodexo). The company is headquartered in the Energy Corridor district of Houston, Texas.
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