Live Ventures Inc (LIVE)vsMcDonald’s Corporation (MCD)
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$9.73
+1.73%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $30.75M
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$271.52
-0.55%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $187.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McDonald’s Corporation generates 6168% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $437.87M). MCD leads profitability with a 31.6% profit margin vs 0.9%. MCD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
LIVE
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
MCD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+86.2%
Fair Value
$141.21
Current Price
$9.73
$131.48 discount
Margin of Safety
-79.3%
Fair Value
$152.31
Current Price
$271.52
$119.21 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
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 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.9%
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on Price/Book.
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 : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.50 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.9% 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
LIVE profiles as a value stock while MCD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
LIVE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — 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 33/100), backed by strong 31.6% margins. LIVE offers better value entry with a 86.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Live Ventures Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Live Ventures Incorporated is engaged in flooring manufacturing, steel fabrication and retail businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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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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