McDonald’s Corporation (MCD)vsUber Technologies Inc (UBER)
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$311.70
+1.25%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $219.68B
UBER
Uber Technologies Inc
$73.08
+1.02%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $150.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Uber Technologies Inc generates 93% more annual revenue ($52.02B vs $26.88B). MCD leads profitability with a 31.9% profit margin vs 19.3%. MCD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.74. UBER earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
MCD
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
UBER
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
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
-122.0%
Fair Value
$32.16
Current Price
$73.08
$40.92 premium
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
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 20.1% year-over-year
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 95.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : UBER
The strongest argument for UBER centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 12.3%. Revenue growth of 20.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : UBER
The primary concerns for UBER are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCD profiles as a mature stock while UBER is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
UBER carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
UBER is growing revenue faster at 20.1% — sustainability is the question.
UBER generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UBER scores higher overall (56/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins and 20.1% revenue growth. 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.
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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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Uber Technologies, Inc., commonly known as Uber, is an American technology company. Its services include ride-hailing, food delivery (Uber Eats), package delivery, couriers, freight transportation, and, through a partnership with Lime, electric bicycle and motorized scooter rental. The company is based in San Francisco, California.
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