Energy Transfer LP (ET)vsPepsiCo Inc (PEP)
ET
Energy Transfer LP
$19.34
-2.91%
ENERGY · Cap: $68.55B
PEP
PepsiCo Inc
$154.62
-1.07%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $213.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PepsiCo Inc generates 3% more annual revenue ($95.45B vs $92.29B). PEP leads profitability with a 9.2% profit margin vs 4.7%. ET appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. PEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ET
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
PEP
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+87.8%
Fair Value
$148.63
Current Price
$19.34
$129.29 discount
Margin of Safety
-1.0%
Fair Value
$154.81
Current Price
$154.62
$0.19 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 32.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Earnings expanding 27.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
4.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 3.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ET
The strongest argument for ET centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 32.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PEP
The strongest argument for PEP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ET
The primary concerns for ET are Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PEP
The primary concerns for PEP are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ET profiles as a hypergrowth stock while PEP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ET carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — expect wider price swings.
ET is growing revenue faster at 32.1% — sustainability is the question.
ET generates stronger free cash flow (-225M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PEP scores higher overall (63/100 vs 62/100). ET offers better value entry with a 87.8% 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.
Energy Transfer LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Energy Transfer LP offers energy related services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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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