The Coca-Cola Company (KO)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$75.25
+0.78%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $321.39B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$163.26
-1.28%
ENERGY · Cap: $665.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 576% more annual revenue ($323.90B vs $47.94B). KO leads profitability with a 27.3% profit margin vs 8.9%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.02. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
KO
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
XOM
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-97.1%
Fair Value
$38.18
Current Price
$75.25
$37.07 premium
Margin of Safety
-262.4%
Fair Value
$45.63
Current Price
$163.26
$117.63 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.1x book value
2.4% revenue growth
3.6% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.3%
Earnings declined 11.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KO
The strongest argument for KO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.3% and operating margin at 24.7%.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
XOM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.35 — expect wider price swings.
KO is growing revenue faster at 2.4% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (57/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 27.3% margins. Both earn "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.
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ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Exxon Mobil Corporation, stylized as ExxonMobil, is an American multinational oil and gas corporation headquartered in Irving, Texas. It is the largest direct descendant of John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil, and was formed on November 30, 1999 by the merger of Exxon (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey) and Mobil (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New York). ExxonMobil's primary brands are Exxon, Mobil, Esso, and ExxonMobil Chemical. ExxonMobil is incorporated in New Jersey.
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