Cracker Barrel Old Country Store (CBRL)vsDarden Restaurants Inc (DRI)
CBRL
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
$33.54
+1.64%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $737.58M
DRI
Darden Restaurants Inc
$198.12
+2.41%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $24.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Darden Restaurants Inc generates 280% more annual revenue ($12.76B vs $3.36B). DRI leads profitability with a 8.7% profit margin vs -0.1%. CBRL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.56. DRI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
CBRL
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
DRI
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.2%
Fair Value
$82.19
Current Price
$33.54
$48.65 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DRI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 53 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 0.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.8x book value
Earnings declined 3.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CBRL
The strongest argument for CBRL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : DRI
The strongest argument for DRI centers on Return on Equity.
Bear Case : CBRL
The primary concerns for CBRL are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 2.70 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : DRI
The primary concerns for DRI are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.94 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CBRL profiles as a turnaround stock while DRI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CBRL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
DRI is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
DRI generates stronger free cash flow (610M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DRI scores higher overall (55/100 vs 41/100). CBRL offers better value entry with a 60.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. develops and operates the Cracker Barrel Old Country Store concept in the United States. The company is headquartered in Lebanon, Tennessee.
Visit Website →Darden Restaurants Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Darden Restaurants, Inc. is an American multi-brand restaurant operator headquartered in Orlando.
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