Arista Networks (ANET)vsLowe's Companies Inc (LOW)
ANET
Arista Networks
$166.15
+2.87%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $212.91B
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 811% more annual revenue ($88.43B vs $9.71B). ANET leads profitability with a 38.3% profit margin vs 7.5%. LOW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.44. ANET earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
ANET
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+63.9%
Fair Value
$465.25
Current Price
$166.15
$299.10 discount
Margin of Safety
-60.0%
Fair Value
$139.97
Current Price
$210.74
$70.77 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.7%
Revenue surging 35.1% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : ANET
The strongest argument for ANET centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.3% and operating margin at 42.7%. Revenue growth of 35.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : ANET
The primary concerns for ANET are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 58.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ANET profiles as a growth stock while LOW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ANET carries more volatility with a beta of 1.61 — expect wider price swings.
ANET is growing revenue faster at 35.1% — sustainability is the question.
LOW generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ANET scores higher overall (72/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 38.3% margins and 35.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Arista Networks
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Arista Networks (formerly Arastra) is an American computer networking company headquartered in Santa Clara, California. The company designs and sells multilayer network switches to deliver software-defined networking (SDN) solutions for large datacenter, cloud computing, high-performance computing, and high-frequency trading environments.
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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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