Fomento Economico Mexicano (FMX)vsPhilip Morris International Inc (PM)
FMX
Fomento Economico Mexicano
$121.20
+1.08%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $40.85B
PM
Philip Morris International Inc
$170.99
-0.07%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $266.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fomento Economico Mexicano generates 1956% more annual revenue ($852.92B vs $41.49B). PM leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 3.3%. PM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.93. PM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
FMX
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
PM
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FMX.
Margin of Safety
-48.0%
Fair Value
$115.64
Current Price
$170.99
$55.35 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 167.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 36.0%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
3.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 9.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMX
The strongest argument for FMX centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bull Case : PM
The strongest argument for PM centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.7% and operating margin at 36.0%.
Bear Case : FMX
The primary concerns for FMX are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 3.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PM
The primary concerns for PM are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FMX profiles as a value stock while PM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.39 — expect wider price swings.
PM is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
FMX generates stronger free cash flow (842M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FMX scores higher overall (54/100 vs 54/100). 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.
Philip Morris International Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) is a Swiss-American multinational cigarette and tobacco manufacturing company, with products sold in over 180 countries. The most recognized and best selling product of the company is Marlboro.
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