Kenon Holdings (KEN)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
KEN
Kenon Holdings
$81.36
+1.74%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.06B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$159.16
-0.17%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $44.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Yum! Brands Inc generates 961% more annual revenue ($8.21B vs $774.30M). KEN leads profitability with a 63.8% profit margin vs 19.0%. YUM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
KEN
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
YUM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KEN.
Margin of Safety
+38.8%
Fair Value
$259.74
Current Price
$159.16
$100.58 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.9%
Earnings expanding 27.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 95.6%
Operating margin of -1.0%
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 : KEN
The strongest argument for KEN centers on Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.8% and operating margin at -1.0%.
Bull Case : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 31.9%.
Bear Case : KEN
The primary concerns for KEN are EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
YUM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
KEN is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
YUM generates stronger free cash flow (482M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
YUM scores higher overall (59/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 19.0% 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.
Kenon Holdings
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Kenon Holdings Ltd., is the owner, developer and operator of power generation facilities in Israel and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
Visit Website →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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