The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsWarner Bros Discovery Inc (WBD)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$78.42
-0.01%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $337.40B
WBD
Warner Bros Discovery Inc
$27.11
-0.04%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $67.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 32% more annual revenue ($49.28B vs $37.30B). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 1.9%. KO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.03. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
WBD
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.2%
Fair Value
$64.19
Current Price
$78.42
$14.23 premium
Margin of Safety
+60.6%
Fair Value
$71.08
Current Price
$27.11
$43.97 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.1%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 226.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.0x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 2.1% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 5.7%
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 : WBD
The strongest argument for WBD centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Price/Book.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WBD
The primary concerns for WBD are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KO profiles as a mature stock while WBD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WBD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — 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 51/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 12.1% revenue growth. WBD offers better value entry with a 60.6% margin of safety. 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 →Warner Bros Discovery Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Warner Bros. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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