Franco-Nevada Corporation (FNV)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
FNV
Franco-Nevada Corporation
$233.67
+1.28%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $44.52B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$159.16
-0.17%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $44.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Yum! Brands Inc generates 355% more annual revenue ($8.21B vs $1.80B). FNV leads profitability with a 61.6% profit margin vs 19.0%. YUM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.96. FNV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
FNV
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
YUM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+6.0%
Fair Value
$274.25
Current Price
$233.67
$40.58 discount
Margin of Safety
+38.8%
Fair Value
$259.74
Current Price
$159.16
$100.58 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 62 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 76.1%
Revenue surging 85.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 108.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 31.9%
Earnings expanding 27.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : FNV
The strongest argument for FNV centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 61.6% and operating margin at 76.1%. Revenue growth of 85.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 31.9%.
Bear Case : FNV
The primary concerns for FNV are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FNV profiles as a growth stock while YUM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
FNV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
FNV is growing revenue faster at 85.8% — sustainability is the question.
YUM generates stronger free cash flow (482M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FNV scores higher overall (68/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 61.6% margins and 85.8% revenue growth. YUM offers better value entry with a 38.8% margin of safety. 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.
Franco-Nevada Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Franco-Nevada Corporation is a gold-focused royalty and flow company in the United States, Latin America, Canada, Australia, Europe and Africa, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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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