British American Tobacco p.l.c. (BTI)vsConstellation Brands Inc Class A (STZ)
BTI
British American Tobacco p.l.c.
$58.28
+0.34%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $125.67B
STZ
Constellation Brands Inc Class A
$148.21
-1.36%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $25.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
British American Tobacco p.l.c. generates 180% more annual revenue ($25.61B vs $9.14B). BTI leads profitability with a 30.3% profit margin vs 18.5%. BTI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. BTI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
BTI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
STZ
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+23.4%
Fair Value
$78.80
Current Price
$58.28
$20.52 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for STZ.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.0B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 26.7%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.1x book value
0.1% revenue growth
1.6% earnings growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 11.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BTI
The strongest argument for BTI centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.3% and operating margin at 34.6%.
Bull Case : STZ
The strongest argument for STZ centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.5% and operating margin at 26.7%.
Bear Case : BTI
The primary concerns for BTI are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : STZ
The primary concerns for STZ are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BTI profiles as a value stock while STZ is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
STZ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.42 — expect wider price swings.
BTI is growing revenue faster at 0.1% — sustainability is the question.
BTI generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BTI scores higher overall (60/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 30.3% 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.
British American Tobacco p.l.c.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
British American Tobacco plc offers tobacco and nicotine products to consumers around the world. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
Constellation Brands Inc Class A
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
Constellation Brands, Inc., headquartered in Victor, New York, is an American producer and marketer of beer, wine, and spirits.
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