Sea Ltd (SE)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
SE
Sea Ltd
$86.56
-6.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $53.08B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$150.74
+1.88%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $42.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sea Ltd generates 197% more annual revenue ($25.19B vs $8.49B). YUM leads profitability with a 20.5% profit margin vs 6.4%. SE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.24. YUM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
SE
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
YUM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.8%
Fair Value
$242.66
Current Price
$86.56
$156.10 discount
Margin of Safety
-88.1%
Fair Value
$84.55
Current Price
$150.74
$66.19 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 46.6% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 31.1%
Earnings expanding 72.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
15.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.1% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
6.4% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SE
The strongest argument for SE centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 46.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.24 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.5% and operating margin at 31.1%. Revenue growth of 15.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SE
The primary concerns for SE are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while YUM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — expect wider price swings.
SE is growing revenue faster at 46.6% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor INTERNET RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
YUM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 20.5% margins and 15.2% revenue growth. SE offers better value entry with a 52.8% margin of safety. 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.
Sea Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Sea Limited is engaged in the digital entertainment, e-commerce and digital financial services businesses in Southeast Asia, Latin America, the rest of Asia and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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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