The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsLifeway Foods Inc (LWAY)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$79.48
+0.11%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $338.86B
LWAY
Lifeway Foods Inc
$23.04
+1.99%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $359.12M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 21382% more annual revenue ($49.28B vs $229.42M). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 6.5%. LWAY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.50. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
LWAY
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-29.0%
Fair Value
$61.61
Current Price
$79.48
$17.87 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LWAY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.1%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 36.7% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 30.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 27.8% and operating margin at 35.1%. Revenue growth of 12.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LWAY
The strongest argument for LWAY centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 36.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : LWAY
The primary concerns for LWAY are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while LWAY is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LWAY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.48 — expect wider price swings.
LWAY is growing revenue faster at 36.7% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 12.1% revenue growth. 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.
Visit Website →Lifeway Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Lifeway Foods, Inc. produces and markets probiotic-based products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Morton Grove, Illinois.
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