Restaurant Brands International Inc (QSR)vsSouthern Company (SO)
QSR
Restaurant Brands International Inc
$79.71
+0.72%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $36.11B
SO
Southern Company
$91.80
-0.68%
UTILITIES · Cap: $103.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 215% more annual revenue ($30.18B vs $9.59B). SO leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs 10.0%. QSR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. QSR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
QSR
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
SO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+33.6%
Fair Value
$106.48
Current Price
$79.71
$26.77 discount
Margin of Safety
-26.1%
Fair Value
$73.33
Current Price
$91.80
$18.47 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 100.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 27.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : QSR
The strongest argument for QSR centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : QSR
The primary concerns for QSR are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
QSR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.55 — expect wider price swings.
SO is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
QSR generates stronger free cash flow (169M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor RESTAURANTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
QSR scores higher overall (70/100 vs 56/100). 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.
Restaurant Brands International Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Restaurant Brands International Inc. owns, operates and franchises quick-service restaurants under the Tim Hortons (TH), Burger King (BK) and Popeyes (PLK) brands. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Southern Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Southern Company is an American gas and electric utility holding company based in the southern United States. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with executive offices also located in Birmingham, Alabama.
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