Monster Beverage Corp (MNST)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
MNST
Monster Beverage Corp
$73.21
+0.29%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $71.62B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$163.26
+1.30%
ENERGY · Cap: $680.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 3805% more annual revenue ($323.90B vs $8.29B). MNST leads profitability with a 23.0% profit margin vs 8.9%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.02. MNST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
MNST
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
XOM
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+11.0%
Fair Value
$90.79
Current Price
$73.21
$17.58 discount
Margin of Safety
-263.5%
Fair Value
$45.49
Current Price
$163.26
$117.77 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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.7x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 130.0%
Earnings declined 11.0%
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 : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : MNST
The primary concerns for MNST are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MNST profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MNST carries more volatility with a beta of 0.44 — expect wider price swings.
MNST is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MNST scores higher overall (68/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 23.0% margins and 17.6% 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.
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ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Exxon Mobil Corporation, stylized as ExxonMobil, is an American multinational oil and gas corporation headquartered in Irving, Texas. It is the largest direct descendant of John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil, and was formed on November 30, 1999 by the merger of Exxon (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey) and Mobil (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New York). ExxonMobil's primary brands are Exxon, Mobil, Esso, and ExxonMobil Chemical. ExxonMobil is incorporated in New Jersey.
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