Honda Motor Co Ltd ADR (HMC)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
HMC
Honda Motor Co Ltd ADR
$31.82
+3.55%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $37.06B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$150.76
-1.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $41.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Honda Motor Co Ltd ADR generates 249804% more annual revenue ($21.80T vs $8.72B). YUM leads profitability with a 25.4% profit margin vs -1.9%. YUM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.97. YUM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
HMC
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
YUM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HMC.
Margin of Safety
-79.7%
Fair Value
$88.51
Current Price
$150.76
$62.25 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 235.6B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 32.2%
Earnings expanding 131.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -3.6% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HMC
The strongest argument for HMC centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.4% and operating margin at 32.2%. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HMC
The primary concerns for HMC are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HMC profiles as a turnaround stock while YUM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
YUM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.56 — expect wider price swings.
YUM is growing revenue faster at 12.3% — sustainability is the question.
HMC generates stronger free cash flow (235.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
YUM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 25.4% margins and 12.3% revenue growth. 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.
Honda Motor Co Ltd ADR
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. develops, manufactures, and distributes motorcycles, automobiles, electrical products, and other products in Japan, North America, Europe, Asia, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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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