Fomento Economico Mexicano (FMX)vsBanco Santander SA ADR (SAN)
FMX
Fomento Economico Mexicano
$108.51
+2.56%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $36.56B
SAN
Banco Santander SA ADR
$10.90
-2.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $163.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fomento Economico Mexicano generates 1696% more annual revenue ($840.95B vs $46.84B). SAN leads profitability with a 30.1% profit margin vs 2.3%. SAN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.53. SAN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
FMX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
SAN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+15.9%
Fair Value
$134.78
Current Price
$108.51
$26.27 discount
Margin of Safety
+72.4%
Fair Value
$45.40
Current Price
$10.90
$34.50 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 63.8% YoY
Generating 9.5B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 25.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 6.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMX
The strongest argument for FMX centers on EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : SAN
The strongest argument for SAN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.1% and operating margin at 43.7%.
Bear Case : FMX
The primary concerns for FMX are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SAN
The primary concerns for SAN are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.47 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FMX profiles as a value stock while SAN is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
SAN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
FMX is growing revenue faster at 5.4% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor BEVERAGES - BREWERS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SAN scores higher overall (63/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 30.1% margins. FMX offers better value entry with a 15.9% 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.
Banco Santander SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Banco Santander, SA, offers various commercial and retail banking products and services to individuals, small and medium-sized companies and large companies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Madrid, Spain.
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