Honeywell International Inc (HON)vsThe Coca-Cola Company (KO)
HON
Honeywell International Inc
$225.79
+1.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $143.53B
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$75.25
+0.78%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $321.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 28% more annual revenue ($47.94B vs $37.44B). KO leads profitability with a 27.3% profit margin vs 12.6%. HON appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.01. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
HON
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
KO
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-416.2%
Fair Value
$47.19
Current Price
$225.79
$178.60 premium
Margin of Safety
-97.1%
Fair Value
$38.18
Current Price
$75.25
$37.07 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.3x book value
Revenue declined 3.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.1x book value
2.4% revenue growth
3.6% earnings growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HON
The strongest argument for HON centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : KO
The strongest argument for KO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.3% and operating margin at 24.7%.
Bear Case : HON
The primary concerns for HON are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HON profiles as a declining stock while KO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HON carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
KO is growing revenue faster at 2.4% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (57/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 27.3% margins. 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.
Honeywell International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Honeywell International Inc. is an American publicly traded, multinational conglomerate headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. It primarily operates in four areas of business: aerospace, building technologies, performance materials and technologies (PMT), and safety and productivity solutions (SPS).
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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