Amcor PLC (AMCR)vsLowe's Companies Inc (LOW)
AMCR
Amcor PLC
$38.13
+1.30%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $18.77B
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$210.74
+2.27%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $123.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 299% more annual revenue ($88.43B vs $22.19B). LOW leads profitability with a 7.5% profit margin vs 3.1%. AMCR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.56. AMCR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AMCR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AMCR.
Margin of Safety
-58.5%
Fair Value
$140.20
Current Price
$210.74
$70.54 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 77.4% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.7% — below average capital efficiency
3.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMCR
The strongest argument for AMCR centers on Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 77.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.56 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LOW
The strongest argument for LOW centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AMCR
The primary concerns for AMCR are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMCR profiles as a hypergrowth stock while LOW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LOW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — expect wider price swings.
AMCR is growing revenue faster at 77.4% — sustainability is the question.
LOW generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMCR scores higher overall (64/100 vs 50/100) and 77.4% revenue growth. 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.
Amcor PLC
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
Amcor plc is an Australian-American, UK-domiciled packaging company. It develops and produces flexible packaging, rigid containers, specialty cartons, closures and services for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical-device, home and personal-care, and other products.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Lowe's Companies, Inc. is an American retail company specializing in home improvement. Headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, the company operates a chain of retail stores in the United States and Canada.
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