Keurig Dr Pepper Inc (KDP)vsMerck & Company Inc (MRK)
KDP
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc
$28.83
+1.09%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $38.80B
MRK
Merck & Company Inc
$111.38
-0.82%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $277.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Merck & Company Inc generates 288% more annual revenue ($65.77B vs $16.94B). MRK leads profitability with a 13.6% 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+
MRK
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
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
-14.9%
Fair Value
$97.76
Current Price
$111.38
$13.62 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.6%
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 47.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : MRK
The strongest argument for MRK centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : KDP
The primary concerns for KDP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MRK
The primary concerns for MRK are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KDP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.42 — expect wider price swings.
KDP is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
MRK generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
KDP scores higher overall (61/100 vs 50/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Merck & Company Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Merck & Co. is an American multinational pharmaceutical company headquartered in Kenilworth, New Jersey. It is named after the Merck family, which set up Merck Group in Germany in 1668.
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