ADT Inc (ADT)vsNL Industries Inc (NL)
ADT
ADT Inc
$6.79
+0.74%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.17B
NL
NL Industries Inc
$6.06
+1.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $293.39M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ADT Inc generates 3141% more annual revenue ($5.14B vs $158.58M). ADT leads profitability with a 12.1% profit margin vs -21.5%. ADT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ADT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
NL
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.5%
Fair Value
$5.60
Current Price
$6.79
$1.19 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Earnings expanding 26.4% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 551.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
0.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
0.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -8.0% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADT
The strongest argument for ADT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : NL
The strongest argument for NL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ADT
The primary concerns for ADT are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.02 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NL
The primary concerns for NL are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADT profiles as a value stock while NL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
ADT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
ADT is growing revenue faster at 0.9% — sustainability is the question.
ADT generates stronger free cash flow (589M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADT scores higher overall (64/100 vs 42/100). 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.
ADT Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
ADT Inc. provides security, automation and smart home solutions to consumers and business customers in the United States. The company is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida.
NL Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
NL Industries, Inc., through its subsidiary, CompX International Inc., operates in the component products industry in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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