The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsSeagate Technology PLC (STX)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$78.19
+0.37%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $336.45B
STX
Seagate Technology PLC
$771.01
+4.40%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $163.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 348% more annual revenue ($49.28B vs $11.01B). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 21.6%. STX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. STX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
STX
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.3%
Fair Value
$64.18
Current Price
$78.19
$14.01 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for STX.
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 35.7%
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 108.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.0x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 367.1x 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 : STX
The strongest argument for STX centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 35.7%. Revenue growth of 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : STX
The primary concerns for STX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 69.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while STX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
STX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
STX is growing revenue faster at 44.1% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
STX scores higher overall (76/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins and 44.1% revenue growth. 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 →Seagate Technology PLC
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Seagate Technology Holdings plc, an Irish public limited company (commonly referred to as Seagate) is an American data storage company.
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