The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsTootsie Roll Industries Inc (TR)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$86.55
-0.35%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $353.32B
TR
Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
$39.61
+0.48%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 6600% more annual revenue ($49.28B vs $735.61M). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 13.6%. TR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.43. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
TR
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-42.9%
Fair Value
$61.78
Current Price
$86.55
$24.77 premium
Margin of Safety
-1.8%
Fair Value
$39.29
Current Price
$39.61
$0.32 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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.1x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.1%
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 : TR
The strongest argument for TR centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : TR
The primary concerns for TR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while TR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.39 — 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 39/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 12.1% revenue growth. 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 →Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · CONFECTIONERS · USA
Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc., manufactures and sells confectionery products primarily in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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