McDonald’s Corporation (MCD)vsTE Connectivity Ltd (TEL)
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$311.70
+1.25%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $219.68B
TEL
TE Connectivity Ltd
$206.37
+2.78%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $60.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McDonald’s Corporation generates 49% more annual revenue ($26.88B vs $18.09B). MCD leads profitability with a 31.9% profit margin vs 11.4%. TEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.14. TEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
MCD
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
TEL
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-31.1%
Fair Value
$237.84
Current Price
$311.70
$73.86 premium
Margin of Safety
+29.8%
Fair Value
$325.26
Current Price
$206.37
$118.89 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.9%
Revenue surging 21.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 44.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : TEL
The strongest argument for TEL centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.14 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TEL
The primary concerns for TEL are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCD profiles as a mature stock while TEL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TEL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
TEL is growing revenue faster at 21.7% — sustainability is the question.
MCD generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TEL scores higher overall (74/100 vs 53/100) and 21.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Visit Website →TE Connectivity Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
TE Connectivity is an American Swiss-domiciled technology company that designs and manufactures connectors and sensors for several industries, such as automotive, industrial equipment, data communication systems, aerospace, defense, medical, oil and gas, consumer electronics and energy.
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