Vita Coco Company Inc (COCO)vsPepsiCo Inc (PEP)
COCO
Vita Coco Company Inc
$74.09
+0.15%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $4.62B
PEP
PepsiCo Inc
$141.92
+1.37%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $194.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PepsiCo Inc generates 14392% more annual revenue ($95.45B vs $658.62M). COCO leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 9.2%. PEP trades at a lower P/E of 22.3x. PEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
COCO
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
PEP
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for COCO.
Margin of Safety
-2.5%
Fair Value
$138.40
Current Price
$141.92
$3.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 37.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 61.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 27.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 12.0x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COCO
The strongest argument for COCO centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 37.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PEP
The strongest argument for PEP centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : COCO
The primary concerns for COCO are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 58.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PEP
The primary concerns for PEP are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.47 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 0.74 — expect wider price swings.
COCO is growing revenue faster at 37.3% — sustainability is the question.
COCO generates stronger free cash flow (15M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
COCO scores higher overall (62/100 vs 62/100) and 37.3% revenue growth. 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.
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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