Monster Beverage Corp (MNST)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
MNST
Monster Beverage Corp
$73.00
-1.30%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $72.09B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$74.46
+1.17%
ENERGY · Cap: $88.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Williams Companies Inc generates 43% more annual revenue ($11.83B vs $8.29B). MNST leads profitability with a 23.0% profit margin vs 22.1%. MNST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.13. MNST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
MNST
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
WMB
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+11.0%
Fair Value
$90.79
Current Price
$73.00
$17.79 discount
Margin of Safety
+27.3%
Fair Value
$97.81
Current Price
$74.46
$23.35 discount
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
Strong operational efficiency at 41.2%
Earnings expanding 50.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
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 : WMB
The strongest argument for WMB centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.1% and operating margin at 41.2%.
Bear Case : MNST
The primary concerns for MNST are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : WMB
The primary concerns for WMB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MNST profiles as a growth stock while WMB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WMB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
MNST is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
MNST generates stronger free cash flow (351M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MNST scores higher overall (68/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 23.0% margins and 17.6% revenue growth. WMB offers better value entry with a 27.3% 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 →Williams Companies Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
The Williams Companies, Inc., is an American energy company based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Its core business is natural gas processing and transportation, with additional petroleum and electricity generation assets.
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