The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsSysco Corporation (SYY)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$79.48
+0.11%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $338.86B
SYY
Sysco Corporation
$76.29
+2.61%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $37.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sysco Corporation generates 70% more annual revenue ($83.57B vs $49.28B). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 2.1%. SYY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
SYY
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-29.0%
Fair Value
$61.61
Current Price
$79.48
$17.87 premium
Margin of Safety
-19.8%
Fair Value
$73.47
Current Price
$76.29
$2.82 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.1%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 16.0x book value
4.7% revenue growth
2.1% margin — thin
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 : SYY
The strongest argument for SYY centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SYY
The primary concerns for SYY are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 6.76 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while SYY is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SYY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — 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 50/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 12.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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 →Sysco Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
Sysco Corporation is an American multinational corporation involved in marketing and distributing food products, smallwares, kitchen equipment and tabletop items to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, hospitality businesses like hotels and inns, and wholesale to other companies that provide foodservice (like Aramark and Sodexo). The company is headquartered in the Energy Corridor district of Houston, Texas.
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