Intuitive Surgical Inc (ISRG)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
ISRG
Intuitive Surgical Inc
$450.06
-0.76%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $160.61B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$151.95
-3.37%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $43.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intuitive Surgical Inc generates 25% more annual revenue ($10.58B vs $8.49B). ISRG leads profitability with a 28.1% profit margin vs 20.5%. YUM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.93. YUM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
ISRG
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
YUM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+76.6%
Fair Value
$1938.99
Current Price
$450.06
$1488.93 discount
Margin of Safety
-76.3%
Fair Value
$90.20
Current Price
$151.95
$61.75 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 30.9%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 23.0% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 31.0%
Earnings expanding 72.2% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
15.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.1x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : ISRG
The strongest argument for ISRG centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.1% and operating margin at 30.9%. Revenue growth of 23.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.5% and operating margin at 31.0%. Revenue growth of 15.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ISRG
The primary concerns for ISRG are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 55.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ISRG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
ISRG is growing revenue faster at 23.0% — sustainability is the question.
ISRG generates stronger free cash flow (809M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
YUM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 20.5% margins and 15.2% revenue growth. ISRG offers better value entry with a 76.6% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Intuitive Surgical Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is an American corporation that develops, manufactures, and markets robotic products designed to improve clinical outcomes of patients through minimally invasive surgery, most notably with the da Vinci Surgical System.
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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