Ventas Inc (VTR)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
VTR
Ventas Inc
$82.70
+0.63%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $39.28B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$159.16
-0.17%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $44.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Yum! Brands Inc generates 41% more annual revenue ($8.21B vs $5.82B). YUM leads profitability with a 19.0% profit margin vs 4.3%. VTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.74. YUM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
VTR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
YUM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-591.0%
Fair Value
$12.40
Current Price
$82.70
$70.30 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
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Revenue surging 21.4% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 31.9%
Earnings expanding 27.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 2.2% — below average capital efficiency
4.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : VTR
The strongest argument for VTR centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : VTR
The primary concerns for VTR are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 153.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VTR profiles as a growth stock while YUM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
VTR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
VTR is growing revenue faster at 21.4% — sustainability is the question.
YUM generates stronger free cash flow (482M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
YUM scores higher overall (59/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 19.0% 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.
Ventas Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Ventas, Inc. is a real estate investment trust specializing in the ownership and management of health care facilities in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.
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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