Anheuser Busch Inbev NV ADR (BUD)vsWestern Digital Corporation (WDC)
BUD
Anheuser Busch Inbev NV ADR
$67.48
-2.58%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $141.65B
WDC
Western Digital Corporation
$293.10
-7.52%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $100.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Anheuser Busch Inbev NV ADR generates 453% more annual revenue ($59.32B vs $10.73B). WDC leads profitability with a 35.6% profit margin vs 11.5%. WDC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.69. BUD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
BUD
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
WDC
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+51.3%
Fair Value
$158.65
Current Price
$67.48
$91.17 discount
Margin of Safety
-311.2%
Fair Value
$66.57
Current Price
$293.10
$226.53 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 63.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.9%
Generating 9.9B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.8% revenue growth
Moderate valuation
Trading at 14.0x book value
Revenue declined 41.0%
Earnings declined 95.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BUD
The strongest argument for BUD centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Price/Book.
Bull Case : WDC
The strongest argument for WDC centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.6% and operating margin at 15.4%. PEG of 0.69 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BUD
The primary concerns for BUD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WDC
The primary concerns for WDC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BUD profiles as a value stock while WDC is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
WDC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.85 — expect wider price swings.
BUD is growing revenue faster at 4.8% — sustainability is the question.
BUD generates stronger free cash flow (9.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BUD scores higher overall (61/100 vs 55/100). 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.
Anheuser Busch Inbev NV ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
Anheuser-Busch InBev SA / NV is engaged in the production, distribution and sale of beer, alcoholic beverages and soft drinks worldwide.
Western Digital Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Western Digital Corporation (WDC, commonly known as Western Digital or WD) is an American computer hard disk drive manufacturer and data storage company, headquartered in San Jose, California. It designs, manufactures and sells data technology products, including storage devices, data center systems and cloud storage services.
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