The Allstate Corporation (ALL)vsMcDonald’s Corporation (MCD)
ALL
The Allstate Corporation
$213.15
-0.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $54.87B
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$275.75
-2.80%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $195.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Allstate Corporation generates 148% more annual revenue ($68.17B vs $27.45B). MCD leads profitability with a 31.6% profit margin vs 17.8%. MCD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.55. ALL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
ALL
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
MCD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ALL.
Margin of Safety
-80.4%
Fair Value
$157.30
Current Price
$275.75
$118.45 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Earnings expanding 338.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.3%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
3.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALL
The strongest argument for ALL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.8% and operating margin at 19.0%.
Bull Case : MCD
The strongest argument for MCD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.6% and operating margin at 45.3%.
Bear Case : ALL
The primary concerns for ALL are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALL profiles as a value stock while MCD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.44 — expect wider price swings.
MCD is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
ALL generates stronger free cash flow (3.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ALL scores higher overall (77/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 17.8% margins. 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.
The Allstate Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Allstate Corporation is an American insurance company, headquartered in Northfield Township, Illinois.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
McDonald's Corporation is an American fast food company, founded in 1940 as a restaurant operated by Richard and Maurice McDonald, in San Bernardino, California, United States. They rechristened their business as a hamburger stand, and later turned the company into a franchise, with the Golden Arches logo being introduced in 1953 at a location in Phoenix, Arizona.
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