Ambev SA ADR (ABEV)vsCitigroup Inc. (C)
ABEV
Ambev SA ADR
$2.85
+2.52%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $43.41B
C
Citigroup Inc.
$113.74
+1.88%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $191.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ambev SA ADR generates 17% more annual revenue ($88.24B vs $75.72B). C leads profitability with a 18.9% profit margin vs 17.6%. C appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. C earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
ABEV
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
C
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-136.4%
Fair Value
$1.29
Current Price
$2.85
$1.56 premium
Margin of Safety
-130.5%
Fair Value
$47.53
Current Price
$113.74
$66.21 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 11.6B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 25.7%
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 8.2%
Earnings declined 10.1%
4.4% revenue growth
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 10.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABEV
The strongest argument for ABEV centers on Free Cash Flow, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 28.2%.
Bull Case : C
The strongest argument for C centers on Price/Book, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 25.7%. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ABEV
The primary concerns for ABEV are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : C
The primary concerns for C are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABEV profiles as a declining stock while C is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
C carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
C is growing revenue faster at 4.4% — sustainability is the question.
ABEV generates stronger free cash flow (11.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
C scores higher overall (65/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 18.9% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
Ambev SA ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
Ambev SA produces, distributes and sells beer, draft beer, carbonated soft drinks (CSD), other non-alcoholic beverages, malt and food products in the Americas. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
Citigroup Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Citigroup Inc. is an American multinational investment bank and financial services corporation headquartered in New York City. The company was formed by the merger of banking giant Citicorp and financial conglomerate Travelers Group in 1998; Travelers was subsequently spun off from the company in 2002. Citigroup owns Citicorp, the holding company for Citibank, as well as several international subsidiaries. Citigroup is incorporated in Delaware.
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