Ark Restaurants Corp (ARKR)vsDarden Restaurants Inc (DRI)
ARKR
Ark Restaurants Corp
$4.64
+1.98%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $15.87M
DRI
Darden Restaurants Inc
$216.56
+1.22%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $24.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Darden Restaurants Inc generates 8494% more annual revenue ($13.37B vs $155.54M). DRI leads profitability with a 8.8% profit margin vs -2.0%. DRI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ARKR
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
DRI
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.1%
Fair Value
$17.63
Current Price
$4.64
$12.99 discount
Margin of Safety
-81.9%
Fair Value
$117.01
Current Price
$216.56
$99.55 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 57 in profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -19.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 6.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 11.9x book value
Earnings declined 6.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARKR
The strongest argument for ARKR centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : DRI
The strongest argument for DRI centers on Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ARKR
The primary concerns for ARKR are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.66 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : DRI
The primary concerns for DRI are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.20 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARKR profiles as a turnaround stock while DRI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DRI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
DRI is growing revenue faster at 5.1% — sustainability is the question.
DRI generates stronger free cash flow (101M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DRI scores higher overall (53/100 vs 30/100). ARKR offers better value entry with a 60.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Ark Restaurants Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Ark Restaurants Corp. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Darden Restaurants Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Darden Restaurants, Inc. is an American multi-brand restaurant operator headquartered in Orlando.
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