Better Buy: Philip Morris International (PM) vs. Coca-Cola (KO)

Better Buy: Philip Morris International (PM) vs. Coca-Cola (KO)

Philip Morris International (NYSE: PM) and Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) are two of the most well-known consumer staples stocks in the world. PMI sells top cigarette brands like Marlboro. Coca-Cola sells its namesake soda along with a growing portfolio of carbonated and non-carbonated drinks.

I compared these two stocks back in April, and concluded that PMI's stronger growth, its higher dividend, and an easier-to-understand business made it a better buy. Since that article was published, Coca-Cola rose 7%, but PMI fell 5%. Was I wrong in my earlier assessment? Let's examine both companies again to find out.

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