Carvana Co (CVNA)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
CVNA
Carvana Co
$77.94
-80.52%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $317.62B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$151.95
-3.37%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $43.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Carvana Co generates 165% more annual revenue ($22.52B vs $8.49B). YUM leads profitability with a 20.5% profit margin vs 6.4%. YUM trades at a lower P/E of 25.4x. YUM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
CVNA
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
YUM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CVNA.
Margin of Safety
-76.3%
Fair Value
$90.20
Current Price
$151.95
$61.75 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Revenue surging 52.0% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 31.0%
Earnings expanding 72.2% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
15.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
6.4% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CVNA
The strongest argument for CVNA centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 52.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.5% and operating margin at 31.0%. Revenue growth of 15.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CVNA
The primary concerns for CVNA are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 231.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CVNA profiles as a hypergrowth stock while YUM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CVNA carries more volatility with a beta of 3.55 — expect wider price swings.
CVNA is growing revenue faster at 52.0% — sustainability is the question.
YUM generates stronger free cash flow (341M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
YUM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 20.5% margins and 15.2% 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.
Carvana Co
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Carvana Co., operates an e-commerce platform to buy and sell used cars in the United States. The company is headquartered in Tempe, Arizona.
Visit Website →Yum! Brands Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Yum! Brands, Inc. is an American fast food corporation listed on the Fortune 1000. Yum! operates the brands KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, The Habit Burger Grill, and WingStreet worldwide, except in China, where the brands are operated by a separate company, Yum China.
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