Ambev SA ADR (ABEV)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
ABEV
Ambev SA ADR
$2.78
-3.14%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $50.87B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$119.32
-0.46%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $945.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 734% more annual revenue ($735.84B vs $88.27B). ABEV leads profitability with a 18.4% profit margin vs 3.0%. ABEV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.91. ABEV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ABEV
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+70.2%
Fair Value
$10.23
Current Price
$2.78
$7.45 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.7%
Earnings expanding 24.6% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 7.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.3% revenue growth
Trading at 9.6x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABEV
The strongest argument for ABEV centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.4% and operating margin at 23.7%.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ABEV
The primary concerns for ABEV are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 43.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WMT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
WMT is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (7.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BEVERAGES - BREWERS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ABEV scores higher overall (67/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 18.4% margins. 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.
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.
Walmart Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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