Seaboard Corporation (SEB)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
SEB
Seaboard Corporation
$5,405.30
+3.78%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.85B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$159.16
-0.17%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $44.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Seaboard Corporation generates 20% more annual revenue ($9.82B vs $8.21B). YUM leads profitability with a 19.0% profit margin vs 4.0%. SEB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.65. SEB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SEB
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
YUM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.0%
Fair Value
$19183.79
Current Price
$5405.30
$13778.49 discount
Margin of Safety
+38.8%
Fair Value
$259.74
Current Price
$159.16
$100.58 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 67.5% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 31.9%
Earnings expanding 27.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
4.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.3%
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 : SEB
The strongest argument for SEB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.65 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 31.9%.
Bear Case : SEB
The primary concerns for SEB are Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SEB profiles as a value stock while YUM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
YUM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
SEB is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
YUM generates stronger free cash flow (482M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SEB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 59/100) and 14.5% revenue growth. YUM offers better value entry with a 38.8% margin of safety. 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.
Seaboard Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Seaboard Corporation is a global agribusiness and transportation company. The company is headquartered in Merriam, Kansas.
Visit Website →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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