General Motors Company (GM)vsThe Wendy’s Co (WEN)
GM
General Motors Company
$76.89
+0.35%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $69.09B
WEN
The Wendy’s Co
$6.76
-0.73%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
General Motors Company generates 8381% more annual revenue ($184.62B vs $2.18B). WEN leads profitability with a 7.6% profit margin vs 1.4%. WEN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.16. WEN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
GM
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
WEN
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.0%
Fair Value
$105.03
Current Price
$76.89
$28.14 discount
Margin of Safety
+48.4%
Fair Value
$15.28
Current Price
$6.76
$8.52 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 5.7B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 88 in profit
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
1.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 10.9x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
7.6% margin — thin
Revenue declined 5.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GM
The strongest argument for GM centers on Price/Book, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : WEN
The strongest argument for WEN centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. PEG of 1.16 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GM
The primary concerns for GM are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 1.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WEN
The primary concerns for WEN are Price/Book, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
GM is growing revenue faster at -0.9% — sustainability is the question.
GM generates stronger free cash flow (5.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AUTO MANUFACTURERS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WEN scores higher overall (52/100 vs 44/100). GM offers better value entry with a 24.0% 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.
General Motors Company
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
General Motors Company (GM) is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Detroit, Michigan that designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts, and sells financial services, with global headquarters in Detroit's Renaissance Center.
The Wendy’s Co
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
The Wendy's Company, is a quick service restaurant business. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ohio.
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