VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
★ WIDE MOAT STOCKS COMPARISON ★
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Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Stock Comparison
Philip Morris International Inc. vs Zoetis Inc.
Compare moat strength, market structure, and segment coverage to understand how each company defends its edge.
Philip Morris International Inc.
PM · New York Stock Exchange
Weighted average of segment moat scores, combining moat strength, durability, confidence, market structure, pricing power, and market share.
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View PM analysisZoetis Inc.
ZTS · New York Stock Exchange
Weighted average of segment moat scores, combining moat strength, durability, confidence, market structure, pricing power, and market share.
Comparison highlights
- Moat score gap: Philip Morris International Inc. leads (84 / 100 vs 73 / 100 for Zoetis Inc.).
- Segment focus: Philip Morris International Inc. has 3 segments (61.3% in Combustible Tobacco); Zoetis Inc. has 3 segments (67.8% in Companion Animal Products).
- Moat breadth: Philip Morris International Inc. has 6 moat types across 3 domains; Zoetis Inc. has 9 across 3.
Primary market context
Philip Morris International Inc.
Combustible Tobacco
International combustible tobacco (primarily cigarettes)
Global (primarily ex-U.S.)
Adult smokers; distributors/wholesalers and retail channels
Branded manufacturer and distributor
61.3%
Zoetis Inc.
Companion Animal Products
Companion animal veterinary medicines, vaccines and diagnostics
Global
Veterinarians, veterinary clinics, pet owners (via prescription/retail)
Manufacturer and marketer
67.8%
Side-by-side metrics
Moat coverage
Shared moat types
Philip Morris International Inc. strengths
No unique moat types yet.
Zoetis Inc. strengths
Segment mix
Philip Morris International Inc. segments
Full profile >Combustible Tobacco
Oligopoly
Smoke-Free Products
Oligopoly
Wellness & Healthcare
Competitive
Zoetis Inc. segments
Full profile >Companion Animal Products
Oligopoly
Livestock Products
Oligopoly
Client Supply Services & Human Health
Competitive
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