The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsOmnicom Group Inc (OMC)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$75.25
+0.78%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $321.39B
OMC
Omnicom Group Inc
$75.74
+0.46%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $23.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 178% more annual revenue ($47.94B vs $17.27B). KO leads profitability with a 27.3% profit margin vs -0.3%. KO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.33. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
KO
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
OMC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-97.1%
Fair Value
$38.18
Current Price
$75.25
$37.07 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OMC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 27.9% year-over-year
Generating 3.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.1x book value
2.4% revenue growth
3.6% earnings growth
ROE of 0.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KO
The strongest argument for KO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.3% and operating margin at 24.7%.
Bull Case : OMC
The strongest argument for OMC centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 27.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : OMC
The primary concerns for OMC are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a value stock while OMC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
OMC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.71 — expect wider price swings.
OMC is growing revenue faster at 27.9% — sustainability is the question.
OMC generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (57/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 27.3% margins. Both earn "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.
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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Omnicom Group Inc. is an American global media, marketing and corporate communications holding company, headquartered in New York City.
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