PepsiCo Inc (PEP)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
PEP
PepsiCo Inc
$151.73
+0.76%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $205.91B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$79.16
+2.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PepsiCo Inc generates 1952% more annual revenue ($93.92B vs $4.58B). SQM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 8.8%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
PEP
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.9%
Fair Value
$280.33
Current Price
$151.73
$128.60 discount
Margin of Safety
+22.0%
Fair Value
$96.41
Current Price
$79.16
$17.25 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Earnings expanding 67.5% YoY
Generating 4.7B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.2x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PEP
The strongest argument for PEP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PEP
The primary concerns for PEP are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PEP profiles as a value stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
PEP generates stronger free cash flow (4.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 59/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. PEP offers better value entry with a 45.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sociedad Qumica y Minera de Chile SA produces and distributes specialty plant nutrients, iodine and its derivatives, lithium and its derivatives, potassium chloride and sulfate, industrial chemicals and other products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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