Beyond Meat Inc (BYND)vsThe Coca-Cola Company (KO)
BYND
Beyond Meat Inc
$0.56
+4.67%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $314.36M
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$88.52
-0.66%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $353.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 18500% more annual revenue ($49.28B vs $264.97M). BYND leads profitability with a 95.0% profit margin vs 27.8%. KO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.01. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
BYND
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BYND.
Margin of Safety
-42.9%
Fair Value
$61.78
Current Price
$88.52
$26.74 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 95 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.1%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BYND
The strongest argument for BYND centers on Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 95.0% and operating margin at -69.3%.
Bull Case : KO
The strongest argument for KO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.8% and operating margin at 35.1%. Revenue growth of 12.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BYND
The primary concerns for BYND are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BYND profiles as a declining stock while KO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BYND carries more volatility with a beta of 2.75 — expect wider price swings.
KO is growing revenue faster at 12.1% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 35/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 12.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Beyond Meat Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Beyond Meat, Inc., a food company, manufactures, markets, and sells plant-based meat products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in El Segundo, California.
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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