Coca-Cola European Partners PLC (CCEP)vsLamb Weston Holdings Inc (LW)
CCEP
Coca-Cola European Partners PLC
$94.74
+2.96%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $42.89B
LW
Lamb Weston Holdings Inc
$42.12
-0.59%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $6.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Coca-Cola European Partners PLC generates 221% more annual revenue ($20.90B vs $6.52B). CCEP leads profitability with a 9.3% profit margin vs 4.6%. LW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.03. CCEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
CCEP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
LW
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CCEP.
Margin of Safety
+27.8%
Fair Value
$69.62
Current Price
$42.12
$27.50 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Earnings expanding 68.3% YoY
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
0.2% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
4.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CCEP
The strongest argument for CCEP centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : LW
PEG of 1.03 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CCEP
The primary concerns for CCEP are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : LW
The primary concerns for LW are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.19 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 4.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CCEP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.47 — expect wider price swings.
LW is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.
CCEP generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CCEP scores higher overall (57/100 vs 53/100). LW offers better value entry with a 27.8% margin of safety. 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.
Coca-Cola European Partners PLC
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC produces, distributes and sells a variety of ready-to-drink non-alcoholic beverages. The company is headquartered in Uxbridge, the United Kingdom.
Visit Website →Lamb Weston Holdings Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. is an American food processing company that is one of the world's largest producers and processors of frozen french fries and other frozen potato products. It is headquartered in Eagle, Idaho.
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