McDonald’s Corporation (MCD)vsNasdaq Inc (NDAQ)
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$311.70
+1.25%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $219.68B
NDAQ
Nasdaq Inc
$83.74
-0.64%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $49.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McDonald’s Corporation generates 412% more annual revenue ($26.88B vs $5.25B). NDAQ leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs 31.9%. NDAQ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.10. NDAQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
MCD
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
NDAQ
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-31.1%
Fair Value
$237.84
Current Price
$311.70
$73.86 premium
Margin of Safety
+44.4%
Fair Value
$144.61
Current Price
$83.74
$60.87 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.6%
Earnings expanding 47.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : NDAQ
The strongest argument for NDAQ centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.1% and operating margin at 47.6%. Revenue growth of 13.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NDAQ
The primary concerns for NDAQ are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NDAQ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
NDAQ is growing revenue faster at 13.4% — sustainability is the question.
MCD generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
NDAQ scores higher overall (69/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 34.1% margins and 13.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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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FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Nasdaq, Inc. is an American multinational financial services corporation that owns and operates stock exchanges in the United States and Europe. It is headquartered in New York City.
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