McDonald’s Corporation (MCD)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$293.59
+1.21%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $206.20B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$89.54
+4.14%
UTILITIES · Cap: $85.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McDonald’s Corporation generates 54% more annual revenue ($26.88B vs $17.48B). MCD leads profitability with a 31.9% profit margin vs 16.4%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. MCD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
MCD
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
NGG
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.0x book value
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 11.3%
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 : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 24.1%. PEG of 1.09 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, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCD profiles as a mature stock while NGG is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
NGG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — 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 (56/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 31.9% 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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