Vita Coco Company Inc (COCO)vsPepsiCo Inc (PEP)
COCO
Vita Coco Company Inc
$56.37
+2.94%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.40B
PEP
PepsiCo Inc
$132.63
+0.87%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $179.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PepsiCo Inc generates 13815% more annual revenue ($98.24B vs $706.02M). COCO leads profitability with a 15.5% profit margin vs 11.1%. PEP trades at a lower P/E of 16.5x. PEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
COCO
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
PEP
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-82.6%
Fair Value
$32.29
Current Price
$56.37
$24.08 premium
Margin of Safety
+4.1%
Fair Value
$141.64
Current Price
$132.63
$9.01 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 115.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.2%
Revenue surging 28.1% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 49 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 4.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 8.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COCO
The strongest argument for COCO centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.5% and operating margin at 29.2%. Revenue growth of 28.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PEP
The strongest argument for PEP centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : COCO
The primary concerns for COCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PEP
The primary concerns for PEP are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COCO profiles as a growth stock while PEP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
COCO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
COCO is growing revenue faster at 28.1% — sustainability is the question.
PEP generates stronger free cash flow (4.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PEP scores higher overall (67/100 vs 64/100). 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.
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.
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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