Keurig Dr Pepper Inc (KDP)vsThe Coca-Cola Company (KO)
KDP
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc
$36.82
+2.73%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $47.53B
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$95.86
+1.86%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $404.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 154% more annual revenue ($51.05B vs $20.09B). KO leads profitability with a 28.6% profit margin vs 7.1%. KDP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.08. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
KDP
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
KO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+62.8%
Fair Value
$80.29
Current Price
$36.82
$43.47 discount
Margin of Safety
-46.0%
Fair Value
$64.44
Current Price
$95.86
$31.42 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 75.6% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.4%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 5.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 5.7% — below average capital efficiency
7.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.0x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KDP
The strongest argument for KDP centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 75.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.08 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KO
The strongest argument for KO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.6% and operating margin at 33.4%.
Bear Case : KDP
The primary concerns for KDP are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KDP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while KO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
KDP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.41 — expect wider price swings.
KDP is growing revenue faster at 75.6% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (5.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KDP scores higher overall (61/100 vs 61/100) and 75.6% revenue growth. 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.
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is a beverage company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts.
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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