Keurig Dr Pepper Inc (KDP)vsThe Marzetti Company (MZTI)
KDP
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc
$31.39
-0.22%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $44.29B
MZTI
The Marzetti Company
$104.05
+2.54%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc generates 941% more annual revenue ($20.09B vs $1.93B). MZTI leads profitability with a 9.9% profit margin vs 7.1%. KDP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. KDP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
KDP
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
MZTI
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+63.1%
Fair Value
$81.12
Current Price
$31.39
$49.73 discount
Margin of Safety
-29.9%
Fair Value
$120.18
Current Price
$104.05
$16.13 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 75.6% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 49.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 5.7% — below average capital efficiency
7.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 2.2%
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 1.01 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MZTI
The strongest argument for MZTI centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : KDP
The primary concerns for KDP are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : MZTI
The primary concerns for MZTI are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KDP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while MZTI is a value 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.
KDP generates stronger free cash flow (714M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KDP scores higher overall (61/100 vs 57/100) 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 Marzetti Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
The Marzetti Company engages in the manufacturing and marketing of specialty food products for the retail and foodservice channels in the United States. The company is headquartered in Westerville, Ohio.
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