McDonald’s Corporation (MCD)vsT-Mobile US Inc (TMUS)
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$275.75
-2.80%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $195.92B
TMUS
T-Mobile US Inc
$193.63
-0.29%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $210.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
T-Mobile US Inc generates 230% more annual revenue ($90.53B vs $27.45B). MCD leads profitability with a 31.6% profit margin vs 11.7%. TMUS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. TMUS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
MCD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
TMUS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-80.4%
Fair Value
$157.30
Current Price
$275.75
$118.45 premium
Margin of Safety
-65.0%
Fair Value
$134.49
Current Price
$193.63
$59.14 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.3%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Generating 4.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 12.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 45.3%.
Bull Case : TMUS
The strongest argument for TMUS centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.77 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 : TMUS
The primary concerns for TMUS are Debt/Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCD profiles as a mature stock while TMUS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.44 — expect wider price swings.
TMUS is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
TMUS generates stronger free cash flow (4.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TMUS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 55/100) and 10.6% revenue growth. 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 →T-Mobile US Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
T-Mobile US, Inc., doing business under the global brand name T-Mobile, is an American wireless network operator. Its headquarters are located in Bellevue, Washington, in the Seattle metropolitan area and Overland Park, Kansas, in the Kansas City metropolitan area.
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