Alcon AG (ALC)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
ALC
Alcon AG
$75.26
+1.37%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $37.11B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$159.16
-0.17%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $44.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alcon AG generates 27% more annual revenue ($10.40B vs $8.21B). YUM leads profitability with a 19.0% profit margin vs 9.4%. ALC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.70. YUM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ALC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
YUM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-489.8%
Fair Value
$13.46
Current Price
$75.26
$61.80 premium
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 31.9%
Earnings expanding 27.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 4.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 22.2%
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 : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
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 : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALC profiles as a value stock while YUM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
ALC is growing revenue faster at 8.6% — sustainability is the question.
ALC generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
YUM scores higher overall (59/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 19.0% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Alcon AG
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Alcon, Inc., an eye care company, researches, develops, manufactures, distributes and sells eye care products for eye care professionals and their patients around the world. The company is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
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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