The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsTantech Holdings Ltd (TANH)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$88.29
+0.52%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $379.87B
TANH
Tantech Holdings Ltd
$20.45
-13.86%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $14.60M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 130583% more annual revenue ($50.13B vs $38.36M). KO leads profitability with a 28.6% profit margin vs -80.9%. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
KO
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
TANH
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.1%
Fair Value
$63.02
Current Price
$88.29
$25.27 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TANH.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.9%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 5.1B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.5x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 16.9%
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 28.6% and operating margin at 34.9%.
Bull Case : TANH
The strongest argument for TANH centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : TANH
The primary concerns for TANH are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while TANH is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
TANH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.56 — expect wider price swings.
KO is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (5.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (63/100 vs 29/100), backed by strong 28.6% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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 →Tantech Holdings Ltd
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · China
Tantech Holdings Ltd, develops and manufactures bamboo-based charcoal products for industrial energy, domestic cooking, heating, purification, agriculture and cleaning applications in the People's Republic of China and internationally. The company is headquartered in Lishui, the People's Republic of China.
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