CME Group Inc (CME)vsPepsiCo Inc (PEP)
CME
CME Group Inc
$293.93
-2.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $105.67B
PEP
PepsiCo Inc
$151.73
+0.76%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $205.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PepsiCo Inc generates 1343% more annual revenue ($93.92B vs $6.51B). CME leads profitability with a 62.6% profit margin vs 8.8%. PEP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.01. CME earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CME
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
PEP
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.8%
Fair Value
$522.76
Current Price
$293.93
$228.83 discount
Margin of Safety
+45.9%
Fair Value
$280.33
Current Price
$151.73
$128.60 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 63 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 63.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 35.0% YoY
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Earnings expanding 67.5% YoY
Generating 4.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.2x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CME
The strongest argument for CME centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 62.6% and operating margin at 63.8%.
Bull Case : PEP
The strongest argument for PEP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CME
The primary concerns for CME are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PEP
The primary concerns for PEP are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CME profiles as a mature stock while PEP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PEP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.38 — expect wider price swings.
CME is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
PEP generates stronger free cash flow (4.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CME scores higher overall (63/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 62.6% margins. PEP offers better value entry with a 45.9% 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.
CME Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
CME Group Inc. (Chicago Mercantile Exchange, Chicago Board of Trade, New York Mercantile Exchange, The Commodity Exchange) is an American global markets company. It is the world's largest financial derivatives exchange, and trades in asset classes that include agricultural products, currencies, energy, interest rates, metals, stock indexes and cryptocurrencies futures.
Visit Website →PepsiCo Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
PepsiCo, Inc. is an American based multinational food, snack, and beverage corporation headquartered in Harrison, New York, in the hamlet of Purchase. PepsiCo's business encompasses all aspects of the food and beverage market. It oversees the manufacturing, distribution, and marketing of its products.
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