Coca-Cola European Partners PLC (CCEP)vsMcDonald’s Corporation (MCD)
CCEP
Coca-Cola European Partners PLC
$94.57
+1.14%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $41.40B
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$275.75
-2.80%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $195.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McDonald’s Corporation generates 31% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $20.90B). MCD leads profitability with a 31.6% profit margin vs 9.3%. MCD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.55. CCEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CCEP
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
MCD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-64.8%
Fair Value
$59.24
Current Price
$94.57
$35.33 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
Earnings expanding 68.3% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
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
0.2% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : CCEP
The strongest argument for CCEP centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
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 : CCEP
The primary concerns for CCEP are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CCEP profiles as a value stock while MCD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CCEP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
MCD is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
MCD generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CCEP scores higher overall (59/100 vs 55/100). 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.
Coca-Cola European Partners PLC
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC produces, distributes and sells a variety of ready-to-drink non-alcoholic beverages. The company is headquartered in Uxbridge, the United Kingdom.
Visit Website →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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