Qualcomm Incorporated (QCOM)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
QCOM
Qualcomm Incorporated
$130.35
+1.31%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $137.43B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$159.16
-0.17%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $44.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Qualcomm Incorporated generates 446% more annual revenue ($44.87B vs $8.21B). YUM leads profitability with a 19.0% profit margin vs 12.0%. QCOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.55. QCOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
QCOM
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
YUM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-285.6%
Fair Value
$33.80
Current Price
$130.35
$96.55 premium
Margin of Safety
+38.8%
Fair Value
$259.74
Current Price
$159.16
$100.58 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 27.5%
Generating 4.4B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 31.9%
Earnings expanding 27.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 1.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : QCOM
The strongest argument for QCOM centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.55 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 31.9%.
Bear Case : QCOM
The primary concerns for QCOM are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
QCOM profiles as a value stock while YUM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
QCOM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
YUM is growing revenue faster at 6.5% — sustainability is the question.
QCOM generates stronger free cash flow (4.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
QCOM scores higher overall (61/100 vs 59/100). YUM offers better value entry with a 38.8% margin of safety. 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.
Qualcomm Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Qualcomm is an American multinational corporation headquartered in San Diego, California, and incorporated in Delaware. It creates semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology. It owns patents critical to the 5G, 4G, CDMA2000, TD-SCDMA and WCDMA mobile communications standards.
Visit Website →Yum! Brands Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Yum! Brands, Inc. is an American fast food corporation listed on the Fortune 1000. Yum! operates the brands KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, The Habit Burger Grill, and WingStreet worldwide, except in China, where the brands are operated by a separate company, Yum China.
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