Live Ventures Inc (LIVE)vsMcDonald’s Corporation (MCD)
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$13.25
+0.61%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $40.70M
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$275.75
-2.80%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $195.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McDonald’s Corporation generates 6110% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $441.98M). MCD leads profitability with a 31.6% profit margin vs 5.0%. LIVE trades at a lower P/E of 2.8x. MCD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
LIVE
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
MCD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+89.0%
Fair Value
$177.00
Current Price
$13.25
$163.75 discount
Margin of Safety
-74.8%
Fair Value
$157.74
Current Price
$275.75
$118.01 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.3%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Elevated debt levels
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : MCD
The strongest argument for MCD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.6% and operating margin at 45.3%.
Bear Case : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIVE profiles as a value stock while MCD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
LIVE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
MCD is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
MCD generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MCD scores higher overall (55/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 31.6% margins. LIVE offers better value entry with a 89.0% 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.
Live Ventures Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Live Ventures Incorporated is engaged in flooring manufacturing, steel fabrication and retail businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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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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