Jacktel AS (JACK)vsMcDonald’s Corporation (MCD)
JACK
Jacktel AS
$11.00
+1.57%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $210.13M
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$311.70
-0.88%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $219.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McDonald’s Corporation generates 1762% more annual revenue ($26.88B vs $1.44B). MCD leads profitability with a 31.9% profit margin vs -8.1%. JACK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.37. MCD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
JACK
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
MCD
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for JACK.
Margin of Safety
-31.1%
Fair Value
$237.84
Current Price
$311.70
$73.86 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 5.8%
Earnings declined 73.6%
Moderate valuation
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 PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MCD
The strongest argument for MCD centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.9% and operating margin at 45.1%.
Bear Case : JACK
The primary concerns for JACK are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JACK profiles as a turnaround stock while MCD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
JACK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
MCD is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
MCD generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MCD scores higher overall (53/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 31.9% margins. 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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