Fomento Economico Mexicano (FMX)vsBoston Beer Company Inc (SAM)
FMX
Fomento Economico Mexicano
$101.39
-4.42%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $35.03B
SAM
Boston Beer Company Inc
$223.21
-3.70%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fomento Economico Mexicano generates 42697% more annual revenue ($840.95B vs $1.96B). SAM leads profitability with a 5.5% profit margin vs 2.3%. SAM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. SAM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
FMX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
SAM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+16.2%
Fair Value
$135.25
Current Price
$101.39
$33.86 discount
Margin of Safety
+47.0%
Fair Value
$473.15
Current Price
$223.21
$249.94 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 63.8% YoY
Generating 9.5B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 48.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 19.0x book value
2.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
5.5% margin — thin
Revenue declined 4.1%
Operating margin of -8.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMX
The strongest argument for FMX centers on EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : SAM
The strongest argument for SAM centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FMX
The primary concerns for FMX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SAM
The primary concerns for SAM are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SAM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
FMX is growing revenue faster at 5.4% — sustainability is the question.
FMX generates stronger free cash flow (9.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BEVERAGES - BREWERS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FMX scores higher overall (59/100 vs 59/100). SAM offers better value entry with a 47.0% 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.
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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