Burlington Stores Inc (BURL)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
BURL
Burlington Stores Inc
$304.51
-0.68%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $19.26B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$151.95
-3.37%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $43.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Burlington Stores Inc generates 36% more annual revenue ($11.56B vs $8.49B). YUM leads profitability with a 20.5% profit margin vs 5.3%. BURL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. BURL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
BURL
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
YUM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.2%
Fair Value
$270.17
Current Price
$304.51
$34.34 premium
Margin of Safety
-76.3%
Fair Value
$90.20
Current Price
$151.95
$61.75 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 20.2% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 31.0%
Earnings expanding 72.2% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
15.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.4x book value
5.3% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : BURL
The strongest argument for BURL centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.92 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.5% and operating margin at 31.0%. Revenue growth of 15.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BURL
The primary concerns for BURL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BURL profiles as a value stock while YUM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BURL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.48 — expect wider price swings.
YUM is growing revenue faster at 15.2% — sustainability is the question.
YUM generates stronger free cash flow (341M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BURL scores higher overall (69/100 vs 65/100) and 11.3% 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.
Burlington Stores Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
Burlington Stores, Inc. is a branded apparel retailer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Burlington, New Jersey.
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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