The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsTootsie Roll Industries Inc (TR)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$88.25
+0.22%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $379.87B
TR
Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
$37.60
-0.24%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 6723% more annual revenue ($50.13B vs $734.74M). KO leads profitability with a 28.6% profit margin vs 13.0%. TR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.43. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
KO
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
TR
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.6%
Fair Value
$63.08
Current Price
$88.25
$25.17 premium
Margin of Safety
-1.0%
Fair Value
$39.63
Current Price
$37.60
$2.03 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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.5x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.6%
Earnings declined 23.9%
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 : TR
The strongest argument for TR centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : TR
The primary concerns for TR are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while TR is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
TR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.41 — 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 37/100), backed by strong 28.6% margins. 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.
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 →Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · CONFECTIONERS · USA
Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc., manufactures and sells confectionery products primarily in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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