PepsiCo Inc (PEP)vsQuanta Services Inc (PWR)
PEP
PepsiCo Inc
$155.96
+0.59%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $215.17B
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$785.29
+1.77%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $113.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PepsiCo Inc generates 217% more annual revenue ($95.45B vs $30.12B). PEP leads profitability with a 9.2% profit margin vs 3.7%. PEP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.70. PEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
PEP
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
PWR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-0.1%
Fair Value
$154.81
Current Price
$155.96
$1.15 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PWR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Earnings expanding 27.8% YoY
Earnings expanding 51.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.0x book value
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 13.1x book value
3.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PEP
The strongest argument for PEP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : PWR
The strongest argument for PWR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PEP
The primary concerns for PEP are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PWR
The primary concerns for PWR are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. A P/E of 102.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PEP profiles as a value stock while PWR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PWR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
PWR is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
PWR generates stronger free cash flow (172M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PEP scores higher overall (63/100 vs 54/100). 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.
Quanta Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Quanta Services is an American corporation that provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, industrial and communications industries. Capabilities include the planning, design, installation, program management, maintenance and repair of most types of network infrastructure.
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