The Home Depot Inc (HD)vsShake Shack Inc (SHAK)
HD
The Home Depot Inc
$310.91
+0.70%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $304.98B
SHAK
Shake Shack Inc
$63.51
-0.23%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Home Depot Inc generates 10798% more annual revenue ($169.18B vs $1.55B). HD leads profitability with a 8.4% profit margin vs 2.6%. HD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. HD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
HD
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
SHAK
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-41.8%
Fair Value
$217.78
Current Price
$310.91
$93.13 premium
Margin of Safety
+30.1%
Fair Value
$138.90
Current Price
$63.51
$75.40 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 86 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
17.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 18.7x book value
4.6% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
2.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HD
The strongest argument for HD centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : SHAK
The strongest argument for SHAK centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HD
The primary concerns for HD are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SHAK
The primary concerns for SHAK are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 70.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HD profiles as a value stock while SHAK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHAK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.66 — expect wider price swings.
SHAK is growing revenue faster at 17.2% — sustainability is the question.
HD generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HD scores higher overall (58/100 vs 42/100). SHAK offers better value entry with a 30.1% margin of safety. 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.
The Home Depot Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
The Home Depot, Inc., commonly known as Home Depot, is the largest home improvement retailer in the United States, supplying tools, construction products, and services. The company is headquartered in incorporated Cobb County, Georgia, with an Atlanta mailing address.
Shake Shack Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Shake Shack Inc. owns, operates and licenses Shake Shack restaurants (Shacks) in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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