The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsSun Life Financial Inc. (SLF)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$78.42
-0.01%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $337.40B
SLF
Sun Life Financial Inc.
$69.51
-4.91%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $38.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 41% more annual revenue ($49.28B vs $34.88B). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 10.2%. SLF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.18. SLF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
SLF
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.2%
Fair Value
$64.19
Current Price
$78.42
$14.23 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SLF.
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
Earnings expanding 240.9% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.0x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.7% revenue growth
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 : SLF
The strongest argument for SLF centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SLF
The primary concerns for SLF are Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while SLF is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SLF carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
KO is growing revenue faster at 12.1% — sustainability is the question.
SLF generates stronger free cash flow (5.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SLF scores higher overall (67/100 vs 65/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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 →Sun Life Financial Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Sun Life Financial Inc., a financial services company, provides insurance, wealth and asset management solutions to individuals and corporate clients around the world. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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