Fomento Economico Mexicano (FMX)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
FMX
Fomento Economico Mexicano
$108.51
+2.56%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $36.56B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$241.33
+0.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $142.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fomento Economico Mexicano generates 3331% more annual revenue ($840.95B vs $24.51B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs 2.3%. UNP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.69. UNP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
FMX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
UNP
Buy60
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
-13.1%
Fair Value
$211.98
Current Price
$241.33
$29.35 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 63.8% YoY
Generating 9.5B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
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 0.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMX
The strongest argument for FMX centers on EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : UNP
The strongest argument for UNP centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 40.9%.
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 : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FMX profiles as a value stock while UNP is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNP 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.
Bottom Line
UNP scores higher overall (60/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 29.1% 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.
Union Pacific Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
The Union Pacific Corporation (Union Pacific) is a publicly traded railroad holding company. It was incorporated in Utah in 1969 and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. It is the parent company of the current, Delaware-registered, form of the Union Pacific Railroad.
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