Vita Coco Company Inc (COCO)vsThe Coca-Cola Company (KO)
COCO
Vita Coco Company Inc
$53.87
-1.54%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.12B
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$75.25
+0.78%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $321.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 7762% more annual revenue ($47.94B vs $609.78M). KO leads profitability with a 27.3% profit margin vs 11.7%. KO trades at a lower P/E of 24.6x. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
COCO
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
KO
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.9%
Fair Value
$55.69
Current Price
$53.87
$1.82 premium
Margin of Safety
-97.1%
Fair Value
$38.18
Current Price
$75.25
$37.07 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 40.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 75.6% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.3x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.1x book value
2.4% revenue growth
3.6% earnings growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COCO
The strongest argument for COCO centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 40.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KO
The strongest argument for KO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.3% and operating margin at 24.7%.
Bear Case : COCO
The primary concerns for COCO are Price/Book, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow. A P/E of 46.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COCO profiles as a growth stock while KO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
COCO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.36 — expect wider price swings.
COCO is growing revenue faster at 40.0% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (57/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 27.3% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Vita Coco Company Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
Vita Coco Company, Inc. develops, markets, and distributes coconut water products under the Vita Coco brand in the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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