Monster Beverage Corp (MNST)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
MNST
Monster Beverage Corp
$77.20
+1.85%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $73.54B
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$33.29
-1.01%
UTILITIES · Cap: $118.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 359% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $8.29B). MNST leads profitability with a 23.0% profit margin vs 22.2%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
MNST
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
SBS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+70.6%
Fair Value
$274.97
Current Price
$77.20
$197.77 discount
Margin of Safety
-3.2%
Fair Value
$28.67
Current Price
$33.29
$4.62 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 31.3%
Earnings expanding 66.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 34.6%
Revenue surging 43.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 87.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.1x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MNST
The strongest argument for MNST centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 31.3%. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SBS
The strongest argument for SBS centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.2% and operating margin at 34.6%. Revenue growth of 43.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MNST
The primary concerns for MNST are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 67.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MNST carries more volatility with a beta of 0.50 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — sustainability is the question.
MNST generates stronger free cash flow (351M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. MNST offers better value entry with a 70.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Monster Beverage Corp
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
Monster Beverage Corporation is an American beverage company that manufactures energy drinks including Monster Energy, Relentless and Burn.
Visit Website →Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de So Paulo - SABESP provides water and sewerage services to residential, commercial, industrial and government clients. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
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