The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsTAL Education Group (TAL)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$89.13
+0.92%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $353.32B
TAL
TAL Education Group
$10.89
+4.31%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $5.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 1538% more annual revenue ($49.28B vs $3.01B). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 17.6%. KO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.01. TAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
TAL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-42.9%
Fair Value
$61.78
Current Price
$89.13
$27.35 premium
Margin of Safety
+89.2%
Fair Value
$110.03
Current Price
$10.89
$99.14 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 31.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 536.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.4x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : TAL
The strongest argument for TAL centers on P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 9.0%. Revenue growth of 31.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : TAL
The primary concerns for TAL are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while TAL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.35 — expect wider price swings.
TAL is growing revenue faster at 31.5% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TAL scores higher overall (68/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 17.6% margins and 31.5% 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 →TAL Education Group
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · China
TAL Education Group offers K-12 afterschool tutoring services in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
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