Lifeway Foods Inc (LWAY)vsPepsiCo Inc (PEP)
LWAY
Lifeway Foods Inc
$23.04
+1.99%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $359.12M
PEP
PepsiCo Inc
$141.92
+0.38%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $194.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PepsiCo Inc generates 41505% more annual revenue ($95.45B vs $229.42M). PEP leads profitability with a 9.2% profit margin vs 6.5%. PEP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. PEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
LWAY
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
PEP
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LWAY.
Margin of Safety
-2.5%
Fair Value
$138.40
Current Price
$141.92
$3.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 36.7% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 30.4% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 27.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LWAY
The strongest argument for LWAY centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 36.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PEP
The strongest argument for PEP centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LWAY
The primary concerns for LWAY are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PEP
The primary concerns for PEP are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.47 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LWAY profiles as a hypergrowth stock while PEP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LWAY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.48 — expect wider price swings.
LWAY is growing revenue faster at 36.7% — sustainability is the question.
LWAY generates stronger free cash flow (-7M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PEP scores higher overall (62/100 vs 60/100). Both earn "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.
Lifeway Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Lifeway Foods, Inc. produces and markets probiotic-based products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Morton Grove, Illinois.
PepsiCo Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
PepsiCo, Inc. is an American based multinational food, snack, and beverage corporation headquartered in Harrison, New York, in the hamlet of Purchase. PepsiCo's business encompasses all aspects of the food and beverage market. It oversees the manufacturing, distribution, and marketing of its products.
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