Restaurant Brands International Inc (QSR)vsShake Shack Inc (SHAK)
QSR
Restaurant Brands International Inc
$72.92
-1.26%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $33.67B
SHAK
Shake Shack Inc
$89.50
-0.60%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Restaurant Brands International Inc generates 553% more annual revenue ($9.43B vs $1.45B). QSR leads profitability with a 8.2% profit margin vs 3.2%. QSR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.16. QSR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
QSR
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SHAK
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-295.4%
Fair Value
$17.88
Current Price
$72.92
$55.04 premium
Margin of Safety
-90.2%
Fair Value
$51.01
Current Price
$89.50
$38.49 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 26.4%
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 28.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 57.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
3.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : QSR
The strongest argument for QSR centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.16 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SHAK
The strongest argument for SHAK centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : QSR
The primary concerns for QSR are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SHAK
The primary concerns for SHAK are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 82.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
QSR profiles as a value stock while SHAK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHAK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.77 — expect wider price swings.
SHAK is growing revenue faster at 21.9% — sustainability is the question.
QSR generates stronger free cash flow (441M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
QSR scores higher overall (57/100 vs 50/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Restaurant Brands International Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Restaurant Brands International Inc. owns, operates and franchises quick-service restaurants under the Tim Hortons (TH), Burger King (BK) and Popeyes (PLK) brands. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Shake Shack Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Shake Shack Inc. owns, operates and licenses Shake Shack restaurants (Shacks) in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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