Fomento Economico Mexicano (FMX)vsThe Coca-Cola Company (KO)
FMX
Fomento Economico Mexicano
$116.95
-0.53%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $40.76B
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$88.29
+0.52%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $379.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fomento Economico Mexicano generates 1641% more annual revenue ($872.84B vs $50.13B). KO leads profitability with a 28.6% profit margin vs 3.6%. KO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.99. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
FMX
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
KO
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FMX.
Margin of Safety
-40.1%
Fair Value
$63.02
Current Price
$88.29
$25.27 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 107.5% YoY
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.9%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 5.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
3.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.5x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMX
The strongest argument for FMX centers on EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : KO
The strongest argument for KO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.6% and operating margin at 34.9%.
Bear Case : FMX
The primary concerns for FMX are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FMX profiles as a value stock while KO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
KO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.34 — expect wider price swings.
FMX is growing revenue faster at 9.3% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (5.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (63/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 28.6% margins. 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.
Fomento Economico Mexicano
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
Fomento Econmico Mexicano, SAB de CV, is a bottler of Coca-Cola brand beverages. The company is headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico.
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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