Fomento Economico Mexicano (FMX)vsBoston Beer Company Inc (SAM)
FMX
Fomento Economico Mexicano
$121.27
+1.98%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $40.87B
SAM
Boston Beer Company Inc
$206.35
-0.40%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fomento Economico Mexicano generates 43751% more annual revenue ($852.92B vs $1.95B). FMX leads profitability with a 3.3% profit margin vs -3.1%. SAM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. FMX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
FMX
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
SAM
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FMX.
Margin of Safety
+36.2%
Fair Value
$393.18
Current Price
$206.34
$186.84 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 167.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 48.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
3.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of 5.0%
ROE of -7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.4%
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 : SAM
The strongest argument for SAM centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : SAM
The primary concerns for SAM are Operating Margin, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FMX profiles as a value stock while SAM is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SAM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
FMX is growing revenue faster at 6.3% — sustainability is the question.
FMX generates stronger free cash flow (526M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FMX scores higher overall (54/100 vs 49/100). SAM offers better value entry with a 36.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Boston Beer Company Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
The Boston Beer Company, Inc. produces and sells alcoholic beverages primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
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