BJs Restaurants Inc (BJRI)vsRestaurant Brands International Inc (QSR)
BJRI
BJs Restaurants Inc
$43.04
+0.33%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $921.59M
QSR
Restaurant Brands International Inc
$72.66
+1.16%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $34.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Restaurant Brands International Inc generates 580% more annual revenue ($9.59B vs $1.41B). QSR leads profitability with a 10.0% profit margin vs 3.1%. QSR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.28. QSR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
BJRI
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
QSR
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BJRI.
Margin of Safety
+25.4%
Fair Value
$94.75
Current Price
$72.66
$22.09 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 100.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 25.9%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.1% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJRI
The strongest argument for BJRI centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : QSR
The strongest argument for QSR centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BJRI
The primary concerns for BJRI are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : QSR
The primary concerns for QSR are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 4.19 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJRI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
QSR is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
QSR generates stronger free cash flow (169M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor RESTAURANTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
QSR scores higher overall (68/100 vs 47/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
BJs Restaurants Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
BJ's Restaurants, Inc. owns and operates casual restaurants in the United States. The company is headquartered in Huntington Beach, California.
Restaurant Brands International Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Restaurant Brands International Inc. owns, operates and franchises quick-service restaurants under the Tim Hortons (TH), Burger King (BK) and Popeyes (PLK) brands. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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