The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsSonos Inc (SONO)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$78.42
-0.01%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $337.40B
SONO
Sonos Inc
$15.06
+1.14%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 3276% more annual revenue ($49.28B vs $1.46B). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 1.6%. KO trades at a lower P/E of 24.7x. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
SONO
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.2%
Fair Value
$64.19
Current Price
$78.42
$14.23 premium
Margin of Safety
+43.7%
Fair Value
$29.31
Current Price
$15.06
$14.25 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
Earnings expanding 87.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.0x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : SONO
The strongest argument for SONO centers on EPS Growth.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SONO
The primary concerns for SONO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 87.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while SONO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SONO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.94 — expect wider price swings.
KO is growing revenue faster at 12.1% — 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 45/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 12.1% revenue growth. SONO offers better value entry with a 43.7% margin of safety. 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 →Sonos Inc
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Sonos, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and sells multi-room audio products in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Santa Barbara, California.
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