Infosys Ltd ADR (INFY)vsMcDonald’s Corporation (MCD)
INFY
Infosys Ltd ADR
$13.17
+0.69%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $53.86B
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$311.70
+1.25%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $219.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McDonald’s Corporation generates 35% more annual revenue ($26.88B vs $19.85B). MCD leads profitability with a 31.9% profit margin vs 16.2%. INFY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.22. MCD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
INFY
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
MCD
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-200.8%
Fair Value
$5.24
Current Price
$13.17
$7.93 premium
Margin of Safety
-31.1%
Fair Value
$237.84
Current Price
$311.70
$73.86 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.2% revenue growth
Earnings declined 5.3%
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INFY
The strongest argument for INFY centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.2% and operating margin at 18.0%.
Bull Case : MCD
The strongest argument for MCD centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.9% and operating margin at 45.1%.
Bear Case : INFY
The primary concerns for INFY are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INFY profiles as a value stock while MCD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.50 — expect wider price swings.
MCD is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
MCD generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MCD scores higher overall (53/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 31.9% margins. 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.
Infosys Ltd ADR
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Infosys Limited offers next generation digital consulting, technology, outsourcing and services in North America, Europe, India and internationally. The company is headquartered in Bengaluru, India.
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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