McDonald’s Corporation (MCD)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$279.84
+0.01%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $196.36B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$81.86
+0.39%
UTILITIES · Cap: $80.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McDonald’s Corporation generates 55% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $17.69B). MCD leads profitability with a 31.6% profit margin vs 18.3%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.00. NGG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
MCD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
NGG
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-85.8%
Fair Value
$150.63
Current Price
$279.84
$129.21 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NGG.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.2x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 32.6%. PEG of 1.00 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCD profiles as a mature stock while NGG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NGG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — 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
NGG scores higher overall (62/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 18.3% margins. Both earn "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.
Visit Website →National Grid PLC ADR
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
National Grid plc transmits and distributes electricity and natural gas. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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