Ambev SA ADR (ABEV)vsFomento Economico Mexicano (FMX)
ABEV
Ambev SA ADR
$2.90
0.00%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $45.23B
FMX
Fomento Economico Mexicano
$121.27
+1.98%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $40.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fomento Economico Mexicano generates 867% more annual revenue ($852.92B vs $88.24B). ABEV leads profitability with a 17.6% profit margin vs 3.3%. ABEV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.00. ABEV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
ABEV
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
FMX
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+74.5%
Fair Value
$11.95
Current Price
$2.90
$9.05 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FMX.
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%
Earnings expanding 167.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 8.2%
Earnings declined 10.1%
Moderate valuation
3.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : FMX
The strongest argument for FMX centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ABEV
The primary concerns for ABEV are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : FMX
The primary concerns for FMX are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 3.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABEV profiles as a declining stock while FMX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ABEV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.23 — expect wider price swings.
FMX is growing revenue faster at 6.3% — sustainability is the question.
ABEV generates stronger free cash flow (11.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ABEV scores higher overall (55/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 17.6% margins. Both earn "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.
Fomento Economico Mexicano
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
Fomento Econmico Mexicano, SAB de CV, is a bottler of Coca-Cola brand beverages. The company is headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico.
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