Keurig Dr Pepper Inc (KDP)vs3M Company (MMM)
KDP
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc
$28.83
+1.09%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $38.80B
MMM
3M Company
$143.29
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
3M Company generates 48% more annual revenue ($25.02B vs $16.94B). MMM leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs 10.8%. 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+
MMM
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+59.0%
Fair Value
$72.90
Current Price
$28.83
$44.07 discount
Margin of Safety
-31.5%
Fair Value
$131.48
Current Price
$143.29
$11.81 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 72 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 23.3%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 47.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
1.3% revenue growth
Trading at 22.9x book value
Earnings declined 39.7%
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 : MMM
The strongest argument for MMM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : KDP
The primary concerns for KDP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MMM
The primary concerns for MMM are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MMM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
KDP is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
MMM generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
KDP scores higher overall (61/100 vs 56/100). 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.
3M Company
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
The 3M Company is an American multinational conglomerate corporation operating in the fields of industry, worker safety, US health care, and consumer goods. The company produces over 60,000 products under several brands, including adhesives, abrasives, laminates, passive fire protection, personal protective equipment, window films, paint protection films, dental and orthodontic products, electrical and electronic connecting and insulating materials, medical products, car-care products, electronic circuits, healthcare software and optical films. It is based in Maplewood, a suburb of Saint Paul, Minnesota.
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