Woodside Energy Group Ltd (WDS)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
WDS
Woodside Energy Group Ltd
$23.66
-2.79%
ENERGY · Cap: $46.27B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$159.16
-0.17%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $44.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Woodside Energy Group Ltd generates 58% more annual revenue ($12.98B vs $8.21B). WDS leads profitability with a 20.9% profit margin vs 19.0%. WDS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.33. YUM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
WDS
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
YUM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-94.1%
Fair Value
$9.66
Current Price
$23.66
$14.00 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 31.9%
Earnings expanding 27.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Earnings declined 14.4%
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 : WDS
The strongest argument for WDS centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.9% and operating margin at 19.1%. PEG of 1.33 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 : WDS
The primary concerns for WDS are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WDS profiles as a declining stock while YUM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
YUM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
YUM is growing revenue faster at 6.5% — sustainability is the question.
YUM generates stronger free cash flow (482M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
YUM scores higher overall (59/100 vs 53/100), 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.
Woodside Energy Group Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Woodside Energy Group Ltd is engaged in the exploration, evaluation, development, production, marketing and sale of hydrocarbons in Oceania, Asia, Canada, Africa and internationally. The company is headquartered in Perth, Australia.
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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