McDonald’s Corporation (MCD)vsTH International Limited (THCH)
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$274.60
-0.68%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $196.45B
THCH
TH International Limited
$1.80
-3.74%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $60.55M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McDonald’s Corporation generates 2057% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $1.27B). MCD leads profitability with a 31.6% profit margin vs -38.2%. MCD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
MCD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
THCH
Avoid25
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-81.2%
Fair Value
$151.51
Current Price
$274.60
$123.09 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for THCH.
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -973.0% — below average capital efficiency
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 : THCH
The strongest argument for THCH centers on Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : THCH
The primary concerns for THCH are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCD profiles as a mature stock while THCH is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
THCH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.50 — 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 25/100), backed by strong 31.6% margins. 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.
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 →TH International Limited
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
TH International Limited operates Tim Hortons coffee shops in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau. The company is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
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