3M Company (MMM)vsPepsiCo Inc (PEP)
MMM
3M Company
$143.29
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.98B
PEP
PepsiCo Inc
$154.62
-1.07%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $213.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PepsiCo Inc generates 281% more annual revenue ($95.45B vs $25.02B). MMM leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs 9.2%. MMM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. PEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
MMM
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PEP
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-31.5%
Fair Value
$131.48
Current Price
$143.29
$11.81 premium
Margin of Safety
-1.0%
Fair Value
$154.81
Current Price
$154.62
$0.19 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 72 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 23.3%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Earnings expanding 27.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
1.3% revenue growth
Trading at 22.9x book value
Earnings declined 39.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MMM
The strongest argument for MMM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : PEP
The strongest argument for PEP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MMM
The primary concerns for MMM are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PEP
The primary concerns for PEP are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MMM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
PEP is growing revenue faster at 8.5% — sustainability is the question.
MMM generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PEP scores higher overall (63/100 vs 56/100). 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.
3M Company
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
The 3M Company is an American multinational conglomerate corporation operating in the fields of industry, worker safety, US health care, and consumer goods. The company produces over 60,000 products under several brands, including adhesives, abrasives, laminates, passive fire protection, personal protective equipment, window films, paint protection films, dental and orthodontic products, electrical and electronic connecting and insulating materials, medical products, car-care products, electronic circuits, healthcare software and optical films. It is based in Maplewood, a suburb of Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Visit Website →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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