Church & Dwight Company Inc (CHD)vsThe Coca-Cola Company (KO)
CHD
Church & Dwight Company Inc
$96.74
+2.78%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $23.12B
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$79.48
+0.11%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $338.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 694% more annual revenue ($49.28B vs $6.21B). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 11.8%. CHD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.05. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
CHD
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+17.5%
Fair Value
$121.71
Current Price
$96.74
$24.97 discount
Margin of Safety
-29.0%
Fair Value
$61.61
Current Price
$79.48
$17.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.2% revenue growth
2.2% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CHD
The strongest argument for CHD centers on Operating Margin.
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 : CHD
The primary concerns for CHD are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CHD profiles as a value stock while KO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CHD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.47 — 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 51/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 12.1% revenue growth. CHD offers better value entry with a 17.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Church & Dwight Company Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Church & Dwight Co., Inc., is a major American manufacturer of household products that is headquartered in Ewing, New Jersey.
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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