Fomento Economico Mexicano (FMX)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
FMX
Fomento Economico Mexicano
$121.06
-5.22%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $43.95B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$113.10
+0.99%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $870.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fomento Economico Mexicano generates 18% more annual revenue ($852.92B vs $725.30B). FMX leads profitability with a 3.3% profit margin vs 3.1%. WMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.20. FMX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
FMX
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
WMT
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 167.8% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
3.3% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.5x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMX
The strongest argument for FMX centers on EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : FMX
The primary concerns for FMX are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 3.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WMT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.60 — expect wider price swings.
WMT is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
FMX generates stronger free cash flow (842M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BEVERAGES - BREWERS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FMX scores higher overall (56/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Walmart Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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