Ambev SA ADR (ABEV)vsCarnival Corporation (CCL)
ABEV
Ambev SA ADR
$3.29
+0.30%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $53.50B
CCL
Carnival Corporation
$26.38
-2.30%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $37.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ambev SA ADR generates 227% more annual revenue ($88.21B vs $26.98B). ABEV leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 11.5%. CCL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. CCL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
ABEV
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
CCL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+74.4%
Fair Value
$11.91
Current Price
$3.29
$8.62 discount
Margin of Safety
+30.7%
Fair Value
$47.73
Current Price
$26.38
$21.35 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 11.6B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.5%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 35.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.2% earnings growth
Revenue declined 0.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABEV
The strongest argument for ABEV centers on Free Cash Flow, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.7% and operating margin at 26.5%.
Bull Case : CCL
The strongest argument for CCL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Price/Book. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ABEV
The primary concerns for ABEV are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : CCL
The primary concerns for CCL are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.28 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABEV profiles as a declining stock while CCL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CCL carries more volatility with a beta of 2.33 — expect wider price swings.
CCL is growing revenue faster at 6.1% — sustainability is the question.
ABEV generates stronger free cash flow (11.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CCL scores higher overall (70/100 vs 57/100). ABEV offers better value entry with a 74.4% margin of safety. 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.
Carnival Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · TRAVEL SERVICES · USA
Carnival Corporation & plc is a British-American cruise operator, currently the world's largest travel leisure company, with a combined fleet of over 100 vessels across 10 cruise line brands.
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