Grove Collaborative Holdings, Inc. (GROV)vsThe Coca-Cola Company (KO)
GROV
Grove Collaborative Holdings, Inc.
$1.14
-0.87%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $48.33M
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$79.48
-2.05%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $338.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 28270% more annual revenue ($49.28B vs $173.72M). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs -6.7%. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
GROV
Avoid24
out of 100
Grade: F
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-18.4%
Fair Value
$1.25
Current Price
$1.14
$0.11 premium
Margin of Safety
-29.0%
Fair Value
$61.61
Current Price
$79.48
$17.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.1%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -89.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 14.3%
Trading at 10.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GROV
GROV has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : KO
The strongest argument for KO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.8% and operating margin at 35.1%. Revenue growth of 12.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GROV
The primary concerns for GROV are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.68 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GROV profiles as a turnaround stock while KO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
GROV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
KO is growing revenue faster at 12.1% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 24/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 12.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Grove Collaborative Holdings, Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Grove Collaborative Holdings, Inc. is a retailer of plastic-neutral consumer products in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
The Coca-Cola Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
The Coca-Cola Company is an American multinational beverage corporation incorporated under Delaware's General Corporation Law and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The Coca-Cola Company has interests in the manufacturing, retailing, and marketing of nonalcoholic beverage concentrates and syrups.
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