Adecoagro SA (AGRO)vsPepsiCo Inc (PEP)
AGRO
Adecoagro SA
$11.42
-5.70%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.82B
PEP
PepsiCo Inc
$141.92
+1.37%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $194.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PepsiCo Inc generates 6259% more annual revenue ($95.45B vs $1.50B). PEP leads profitability with a 9.2% profit margin vs 0.9%. PEP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. PEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
AGRO
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
PEP
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+32.6%
Fair Value
$13.27
Current Price
$11.42
$1.85 discount
Margin of Safety
-2.5%
Fair Value
$138.40
Current Price
$141.92
$3.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 55.6% YoY
Revenue surging 22.5% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 27.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.8% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AGRO
The strongest argument for AGRO centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 22.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PEP
The strongest argument for PEP centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : AGRO
The primary concerns for AGRO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 629.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PEP
The primary concerns for PEP are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.47 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGRO profiles as a growth stock while PEP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PEP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.39 — expect wider price swings.
AGRO is growing revenue faster at 22.5% — sustainability is the question.
AGRO generates stronger free cash flow (-90M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PEP scores higher overall (62/100 vs 49/100). AGRO offers better value entry with a 32.6% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Adecoagro SA
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Adecoagro SA is an agro-industrial company in South America. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
PepsiCo Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
PepsiCo, Inc. is an American based multinational food, snack, and beverage corporation headquartered in Harrison, New York, in the hamlet of Purchase. PepsiCo's business encompasses all aspects of the food and beverage market. It oversees the manufacturing, distribution, and marketing of its products.
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