McDonald’s Corporation (MCD)vsWingstop Inc (WING)
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$311.70
+1.25%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $219.68B
WING
Wingstop Inc
$166.31
-3.35%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $4.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McDonald’s Corporation generates 3758% more annual revenue ($26.88B vs $696.85M). MCD leads profitability with a 31.9% profit margin vs 25.0%. WING appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.07. MCD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
MCD
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
WING
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
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
-174.0%
Fair Value
$88.93
Current Price
$166.31
$77.38 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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 27.2%
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
Moderate valuation
4.7% earnings growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
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 : WING
The strongest argument for WING centers on Debt/Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.0% and operating margin at 27.2%.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WING
The primary concerns for WING are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WING carries more volatility with a beta of 1.86 — 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.
Monitor RESTAURANTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MCD scores higher overall (53/100 vs 49/100), 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.
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 →Wingstop Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Wingstop Inc., franchises and operates restaurants under the Wingstop brand. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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