PepsiCo Inc (PEP)vsPilgrims Pride Corp (PPC)
PEP
PepsiCo Inc
$141.92
+0.38%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $194.11B
PPC
Pilgrims Pride Corp
$29.88
+3.14%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $7.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PepsiCo Inc generates 414% more annual revenue ($95.45B vs $18.57B). PEP leads profitability with a 9.2% profit margin vs 4.8%. PPC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.49. PEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
PEP
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
PPC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-2.5%
Fair Value
$138.40
Current Price
$141.92
$3.52 premium
Margin of Safety
-21.4%
Fair Value
$35.59
Current Price
$29.88
$5.71 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 27.8% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
1.6% revenue growth
4.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Earnings declined 65.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PEP
The strongest argument for PEP centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : PPC
The strongest argument for PPC centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.49 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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.
Bear Case : PPC
The primary concerns for PPC are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PEP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.39 — expect wider price swings.
PEP is growing revenue faster at 8.5% — sustainability is the question.
PPC generates stronger free cash flow (-94M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PEP scores higher overall (62/100 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.
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.
Pilgrims Pride Corp
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Pilgrim's Pride Corporation produces, processes, markets and distributes fresh, frozen and value-added chicken and pork products to retailers, distributors and food service operators in the United States, the United Kingdom, Mexico, France, Puerto Rico, the Countries Low, rest of Europe, Middle East, Asia and internationally. The company is headquartered in Greeley, Colorado.
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