Keurig Dr Pepper Inc (KDP)vsKroger Company (KR)
KDP
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc
$28.92
+0.17%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $39.58B
KR
Kroger Company
$66.94
-0.90%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $42.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kroger Company generates 771% more annual revenue ($147.64B vs $16.94B). KDP leads profitability with a 10.8% profit margin vs 0.7%. KDP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. KDP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
KDP
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
KR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+59.2%
Fair Value
$73.28
Current Price
$28.92
$44.36 discount
Margin of Safety
+47.0%
Fair Value
$129.45
Current Price
$66.94
$62.51 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 50.9% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 47.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.2% revenue growth
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KDP
The strongest argument for KDP centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.97 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KR
The strongest argument for KR centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : KDP
The primary concerns for KDP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : KR
The primary concerns for KR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. A P/E of 44.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.55 — expect wider price swings.
KDP is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
KR generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
KDP scores higher overall (61/100 vs 55/100). KR offers better value entry with a 47.0% 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.
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.
Kroger Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · GROCERY STORES · USA
The Kroger Company, or simply Kroger, is an American retail company founded by Bernard Kroger in 1883 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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