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Ko vs Pep Stock Comparison

The Coca-Cola Company (KO) and PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) are compared using the latest available MacroLookup asset data, model ratings, valuation, profitability, growth and risk context.

Latest available data
Aug 14, 2026

Metric Comparison

Live DB snapshot
Metric KO PEP
Price $87.43 $140.62
Market Cap $376.13B $192.09B
Trailing P/E 26.25 18.19
Forward P/E 24.79 15.66
Profit Margin 28.6% 10.8%
Revenue Growth 6.7% 6.4%
ROE 42.1% 51.5%
Dividend Yield 244.0% 427.0%
Beta 0.34 0.36
Quant Score 67.9% 63.2%
ML Score 62.0% 69.0%

KO vs PEP Price Comparison

Indexed price performance from the stored MacroLookup analysis history. Both lines start at 100 so relative movement is easier to compare.

KO PEP
Indexed to 100 at first available point Latest stored snapshot

Visual Score Snapshot

Quant score
KO
68%
PEP
63%
ML score
KO
62%
PEP
69%
Growth
KO
50%
PEP
70%
Value
KO
60%
PEP
67%
Technical
KO
N/A
PEP
N/A

Comparison Notes

  • PEP currently screens cheaper on valuation.
  • KO currently screens stronger on profitability.
  • KO currently screens stronger on growth.
  • PEP currently screens stronger on return on equity.
  • KO currently screens stronger on quant rating score.

This comparison is designed for research and screening. Review each Stock page, filings, news and risk metrics before making any decision.

Earnings And Growth Comparison

EPS, growth and cash generation
Metric KO PEP
EPS $3.33 $7.73
Forward EPS $3.53 $8.98
Earnings Growth 16.9% 137.0%
Quarterly Earnings Growth 16.1% 136.0%
Revenue Growth 6.7% 6.4%
Free Cash Flow $5.22B $7.83B

Price Vs Fair Value Comparison

Analyst target / stored fair-value proxy

KO

The Coca-Cola Company
8.3%
  • Market price$87.43
  • Fair value proxy$94.70
  • ReadBelow fair value proxy

PEP

PepsiCo, Inc.
10.2%
  • Market price$140.62
  • Fair value proxy$155.00
  • ReadBelow fair value proxy

Moat And Quality Context

Margins, ROE and model quality

KO

Stronger quality moat profile
97%
  • Profit margin28.6%
  • Gross margin61.9%
  • ROE42.1%
  • Quality score100%

PEP

Moderate moat profile
69%
  • Profit margin10.8%
  • Gross margin54.2%
  • ROE51.5%
  • Quality score80%

FAQ

Which is better, KO or PEP?

The answer depends on investor priorities. PEP currently screens cheaper on valuation. KO currently screens stronger on growth. KO currently screens stronger on quant rating score.

Which has the stronger valuation profile?

PEP currently screens cheaper on valuation.

Which has better profitability?

KO currently screens stronger on profitability.

Are KO and PEP in the same sector?

Yes. Both are currently classified in Consumer Defensive, making peer comparison more useful.

How often is this comparison updated?

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Where can I see the full KO and PEP stock pages?

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