Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc (CMG)vsMcDonald’s Corporation (MCD)
CMG
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc
$33.43
-0.24%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $46.77B
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$248.24
-0.10%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $178.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McDonald’s Corporation generates 123% more annual revenue ($27.70B vs $12.42B). MCD leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 11.4%. CMG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.63. CMG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CMG
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
MCD
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CMG.
Margin of Safety
-59.5%
Fair Value
$155.74
Current Price
$248.24
$92.50 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 65 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.5%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 19.2x book value
Earnings declined 1.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.7% revenue growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMG
The strongest argument for CMG centers on Return on Equity.
Bull Case : MCD
The strongest argument for MCD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 46.5%.
Bear Case : CMG
The primary concerns for CMG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.46 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
CMG is growing revenue faster at 9.3% — sustainability is the question.
MCD generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CMG scores higher overall (56/100 vs 53/100). Both earn "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.
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc., often known simply as Chipotle, is an American chain of fast casual restaurants in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, and France, specializing in tacos and Mission burritos that are made to order in front of the customer.
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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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