The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsUnited Natural Foods Inc (UNFI)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$89.13
+0.92%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $353.32B
UNFI
United Natural Foods Inc
$50.22
-1.10%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 58% more annual revenue ($49.28B vs $31.21B). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs -0.1%. UNFI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
UNFI
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-42.9%
Fair Value
$61.78
Current Price
$89.13
$27.35 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UNFI.
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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
Operating margin of 1.1%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
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 : UNFI
The strongest argument for UNFI centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : UNFI
The primary concerns for UNFI are Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.97 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while UNFI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNFI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.84 — 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 44/100), 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 →United Natural Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
United Natural Foods, Inc. distributes natural, organic, specialty, agricultural and conventional, edible and non-food products in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island.
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