DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc (DVA)vsMcDonald’s Corporation (MCD)
DVA
DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc
$198.65
+1.22%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $12.44B
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$275.75
-2.80%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $195.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McDonald’s Corporation generates 101% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $13.64B). MCD leads profitability with a 31.6% profit margin vs 5.5%. DVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.58. DVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
DVA
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
MCD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+44.1%
Fair Value
$257.96
Current Price
$198.65
$59.31 discount
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
Every $100 of equity generates 65 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
5.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DVA
The strongest argument for DVA centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.58 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : DVA
The primary concerns for DVA are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DVA profiles as a value stock while MCD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
DVA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.84 — expect wider price swings.
DVA is growing revenue faster at 9.9% — sustainability is the question.
MCD generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DVA scores higher overall (66/100 vs 55/100). 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.
DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
DaVita Inc. provides kidney dialysis services through a network of outpatient dialysis centers in the United States.
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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