The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsUnited Natural Foods Inc (UNFI)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$79.48
+0.11%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $338.86B
UNFI
United Natural Foods Inc
$55.52
+4.81%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 56% more annual revenue ($49.28B vs $31.54B). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs -0.3%. UNFI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
UNFI
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-29.0%
Fair Value
$61.61
Current Price
$79.48
$17.87 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UNFI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.1%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of 1.1%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.6%
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 27.8% and operating margin at 35.1%. Revenue growth of 12.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UNFI
The strongest argument for UNFI centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UNFI
The primary concerns for UNFI are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.09 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while UNFI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNFI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
KO is growing revenue faster at 12.1% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 12.1% revenue growth. 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.
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 →United Natural Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
United Natural Foods, Inc. distributes natural, organic, specialty, agricultural and conventional, edible and non-food products in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island.
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