Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR (BBVA)vsMcDonald’s Corporation (MCD)
BBVA
Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR
$22.28
+1.87%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $123.68B
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$275.75
-2.80%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $195.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR generates 19% more annual revenue ($32.61B vs $27.45B). BBVA leads profitability with a 33.1% profit margin vs 31.6%. BBVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.83. BBVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
BBVA
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
MCD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BBVA.
Margin of Safety
-80.4%
Fair Value
$157.30
Current Price
$275.75
$118.45 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.3%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBVA
The strongest argument for BBVA centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.1% and operating margin at 54.9%. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MCD
The strongest argument for MCD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.6% and operating margin at 45.3%.
Bear Case : BBVA
The primary concerns for BBVA are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBVA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
BBVA is growing revenue faster at 11.9% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
BBVA scores higher overall (71/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 33.1% margins and 11.9% revenue growth. 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.
Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, SA provides retail banking, wholesale banking, asset management and private banking services. The company is headquartered in Bilbao, Spain.
McDonald’s Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
McDonald's Corporation is an American fast food company, founded in 1940 as a restaurant operated by Richard and Maurice McDonald, in San Bernardino, California, United States. They rechristened their business as a hamburger stand, and later turned the company into a franchise, with the Golden Arches logo being introduced in 1953 at a location in Phoenix, Arizona.
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