Anheuser Busch Inbev NV ADR (BUD)vsMcDonald’s Corporation (MCD)
BUD
Anheuser Busch Inbev NV ADR
$79.89
-0.45%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $159.00B
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$275.75
-2.80%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $195.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Anheuser Busch Inbev NV ADR generates 122% more annual revenue ($60.96B vs $27.45B). MCD leads profitability with a 31.6% profit margin vs 11.9%. BUD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.78. BUD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
BUD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
MCD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-9.4%
Fair Value
$70.63
Current Price
$79.89
$9.26 premium
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 26.7%
Earnings expanding 20.3% YoY
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
Trading at 10.7x book value
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BUD
The strongest argument for BUD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 12.0% 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 : BUD
The primary concerns for BUD are PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BUD profiles as a value stock while MCD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BUD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.79 — expect wider price swings.
BUD is growing revenue faster at 12.0% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor BEVERAGES - BREWERS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BUD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100) and 12.0% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Anheuser Busch Inbev NV ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
Anheuser-Busch InBev SA / NV is engaged in the production, distribution and sale of beer, alcoholic beverages and soft drinks worldwide.
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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