Live Ventures Inc (LIVE)vsMcDonald’s Corporation (MCD)
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$13.51
+7.91%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $39.93M
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$311.70
-0.88%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $219.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McDonald’s Corporation generates 5983% more annual revenue ($26.88B vs $441.98M). MCD leads profitability with a 31.9% profit margin vs 5.0%. LIVE trades at a lower P/E of 2.7x. MCD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
LIVE
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
MCD
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+39.6%
Fair Value
$32.30
Current Price
$13.51
$18.79 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
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
5.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Elevated debt levels
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 : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity.
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 : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
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 1.11 — 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 44/100), backed by strong 31.9% margins. LIVE offers better value entry with a 39.6% 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.
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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