Jacktel AS (JACK)vsMcDonald’s Corporation (MCD)
JACK
Jacktel AS
$11.95
-6.27%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $215.91M
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$279.84
+0.46%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $196.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McDonald’s Corporation generates 1816% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $1.43B). MCD leads profitability with a 31.6% profit margin vs 2.5%. JACK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. MCD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
JACK
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
MCD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.7%
Fair Value
$39.48
Current Price
$11.95
$27.53 discount
Margin of Safety
-85.8%
Fair Value
$150.63
Current Price
$279.84
$129.21 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.3%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.5% margin — thin
Revenue declined 4.3%
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JACK
The strongest argument for JACK centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 44.3%.
Bear Case : JACK
The primary concerns for JACK are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JACK profiles as a value stock while MCD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
JACK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
MCD is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
MCD generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MCD scores higher overall (55/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 31.6% margins. JACK offers better value entry with a 47.7% 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.
Jacktel AS
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Jack in the Box Inc. operates and franchises Jack in the Box quick service restaurants. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
McDonald’s Corporation
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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