Alico Inc (ALCO)vsThe Coca-Cola Company (KO)
ALCO
Alico Inc
$39.56
-0.33%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $294.44M
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$88.29
+0.52%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $379.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 293584% more annual revenue ($50.13B vs $17.07M). KO leads profitability with a 28.6% profit margin vs 9.0%. KO trades at a lower P/E of 26.5x. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ALCO
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
KO
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ALCO.
Margin of Safety
-40.1%
Fair Value
$63.02
Current Price
$88.29
$25.27 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 335.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.9%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 5.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -18.5% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.5x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALCO
The strongest argument for ALCO centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : KO
The strongest argument for KO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.6% and operating margin at 34.9%.
Bear Case : ALCO
The primary concerns for ALCO are Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. A P/E of 189.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALCO profiles as a value stock while KO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALCO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
ALCO is growing revenue faster at 7.7% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (5.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (63/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 28.6% margins. 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.
Alico Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Alico, Inc., is an agribusiness and land administration company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fort Myers, Florida.
The Coca-Cola Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
The Coca-Cola Company is an American multinational beverage corporation incorporated under Delaware's General Corporation Law and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The Coca-Cola Company has interests in the manufacturing, retailing, and marketing of nonalcoholic beverage concentrates and syrups.
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