Natera Inc (NTRA)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
NTRA
Natera Inc
$194.24
-11.64%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $30.71B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$151.95
-3.37%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $43.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Yum! Brands Inc generates 268% more annual revenue ($8.49B vs $2.31B). YUM leads profitability with a 20.5% profit margin vs -9.0%. YUM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
NTRA
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
YUM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NTRA.
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
Revenue surging 39.8% 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
Trading at 15.8x book value
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -14.3% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
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 : NTRA
The strongest argument for NTRA centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 39.8% 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 : NTRA
The primary concerns for NTRA are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NTRA profiles as a hypergrowth stock while YUM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NTRA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — expect wider price swings.
NTRA is growing revenue faster at 39.8% — sustainability is the question.
YUM generates stronger free cash flow (341M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
YUM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 31/100), backed by strong 20.5% margins and 15.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Natera Inc
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Natera, Inc., a diagnostic company, develops and markets molecular testing services globally. The company is headquartered in San Carlos, California.
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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