The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsUniversal Corporation (UVV)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$89.37
+1.22%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $379.87B
UVV
Universal Corporation
$45.18
-0.33%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 1656% more annual revenue ($50.13B vs $2.85B). KO leads profitability with a 28.6% profit margin vs 0.7%. KO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.99. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
KO
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
UVV
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.1%
Fair Value
$63.02
Current Price
$89.36
$26.34 premium
Margin of Safety
-4.1%
Fair Value
$50.79
Current Price
$45.18
$5.61 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.6x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.4%
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 : UVV
The strongest argument for UVV centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : UVV
The primary concerns for UVV are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 60.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while UVV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UVV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.56 — 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 42/100), 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 →Universal Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Universal Corporation processes and supplies leaf tobacco and plant ingredients worldwide. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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