Monster Beverage Corp (MNST)vsTootsie Roll Industries Inc (TR)
MNST
Monster Beverage Corp
$94.18
+0.67%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $93.57B
TR
Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
$39.61
+0.48%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Monster Beverage Corp generates 1095% more annual revenue ($8.79B vs $735.61M). MNST leads profitability with a 23.1% profit margin vs 13.6%. MNST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.74. MNST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
MNST
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
TR
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+65.3%
Fair Value
$281.82
Current Price
$94.18
$187.64 discount
Margin of Safety
-1.8%
Fair Value
$39.29
Current Price
$39.61
$0.32 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 31.0%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 26.9% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MNST
The strongest argument for MNST centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.1% and operating margin at 31.0%. Revenue growth of 26.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TR
The strongest argument for TR centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MNST
The primary concerns for MNST are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 46.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TR
The primary concerns for TR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MNST profiles as a growth stock while TR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MNST carries more volatility with a beta of 0.53 — expect wider price swings.
MNST is growing revenue faster at 26.9% — sustainability is the question.
MNST generates stronger free cash flow (584M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MNST scores higher overall (69/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 23.1% margins and 26.9% 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.
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 →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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