The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsStride Inc (LRN)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$88.07
+0.22%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $379.87B
LRN
Stride Inc
$81.03
-1.33%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 1891% more annual revenue ($50.13B vs $2.52B). KO leads profitability with a 28.6% profit margin vs 13.4%. LRN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. LRN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
KO
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
LRN
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.6%
Fair Value
$63.08
Current Price
$88.06
$24.98 premium
Margin of Safety
+6.9%
Fair Value
$88.16
Current Price
$81.03
$7.13 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.9%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 5.1B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 69.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.5x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 2.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KO
The strongest argument for KO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.6% and operating margin at 34.9%.
Bull Case : LRN
The strongest argument for LRN centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : LRN
The primary concerns for LRN are Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while LRN is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
KO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.34 — expect wider price swings.
KO is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (5.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LRN scores higher overall (71/100 vs 63/100). 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.
The Coca-Cola Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
The Coca-Cola Company is an American multinational beverage corporation incorporated under Delaware's General Corporation Law and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The Coca-Cola Company has interests in the manufacturing, retailing, and marketing of nonalcoholic beverage concentrates and syrups.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Stride, Inc., a technology-based education company, provides its own and third-party online educational services, software systems and curricula to facilitate individualized learning for students primarily in kindergarten through grade 12 (K -12) in the United States and internationally. .
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