Keurig Dr Pepper Inc (KDP)vsTAL Education Group (TAL)
KDP
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc
$31.45
+1.19%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $42.05B
TAL
TAL Education Group
$10.89
+4.31%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $5.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc generates 463% more annual revenue ($16.94B vs $3.01B). TAL leads profitability with a 17.6% profit margin vs 10.8%. KDP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.03. TAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
KDP
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
TAL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.7%
Fair Value
$68.96
Current Price
$31.45
$37.51 discount
Margin of Safety
+89.2%
Fair Value
$110.03
Current Price
$10.89
$99.14 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 31.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 536.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 47.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KDP
The strongest argument for KDP centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.03 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TAL
The strongest argument for TAL centers on P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 9.0%. Revenue growth of 31.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KDP
The primary concerns for KDP are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TAL
The primary concerns for TAL are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KDP profiles as a value stock while TAL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KDP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.41 — expect wider price swings.
TAL is growing revenue faster at 31.5% — sustainability is the question.
KDP generates stronger free cash flow (165M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TAL scores higher overall (68/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 17.6% margins and 31.5% revenue growth. KDP offers better value entry with a 56.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
TAL Education Group
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · China
TAL Education Group offers K-12 afterschool tutoring services in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
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