The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsLive Nation Entertainment Inc (LYV)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$78.42
-0.01%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $337.40B
LYV
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
$163.28
-1.49%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $38.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 92% more annual revenue ($49.28B vs $25.61B). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 0.3%. KO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.03. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
LYV
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.1%
Fair Value
$64.21
Current Price
$78.42
$14.21 premium
Margin of Safety
+12.2%
Fair Value
$172.04
Current Price
$163.28
$8.76 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.1%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.0x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 140.8x book value
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 : LYV
The strongest argument for LYV centers on Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 12.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : LYV
The primary concerns for LYV are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while LYV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
LYV is growing revenue faster at 12.2% — sustainability is the question.
LYV generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 12.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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 →Live Nation Entertainment Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc is an American global entertainment company, founded in 2010, following the merger of Live Nation and Ticketmaster. The company promotes, operates, and manages ticket sales for live entertainment in the United States and internationally. It also owns and operates entertainment venues, and manages the careers of music artists.
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