Sterling Construction Company Inc (STRL)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
STRL
Sterling Construction Company Inc
$882.43
-11.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $26.36B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$150.87
+1.88%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $42.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Yum! Brands Inc generates 194% more annual revenue ($8.49B vs $2.88B). YUM leads profitability with a 20.5% profit margin vs 12.0%. STRL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. STRL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
STRL
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
YUM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for STRL.
Margin of Safety
-88.1%
Fair Value
$84.55
Current Price
$150.87
$66.32 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 91.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 141.4% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
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
Trading at 24.4x book value
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 : STRL
The strongest argument for STRL centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 91.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.47 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 : STRL
The primary concerns for STRL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 76.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STRL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
STRL is growing revenue faster at 91.6% — sustainability is the question.
YUM generates stronger free cash flow (341M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
STRL scores higher overall (69/100 vs 65/100) and 91.6% revenue growth. 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.
Sterling Construction Company Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Sterling Construction Company, Inc., a construction company, engages in residential construction, specialty services, and heavy civil activities primarily in the southern United States, the Rocky Mountain states, California, and Hawaii. The company is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas.
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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