Boyd Group Services Inc. (BGSI)vsLithia Motors Inc (LAD)
BGSI
Boyd Group Services Inc.
$90.40
+10.85%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.32B
LAD
Lithia Motors Inc
$358.02
-2.22%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $8.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lithia Motors Inc generates 955% more annual revenue ($37.94B vs $3.59B). LAD leads profitability with a 1.9% profit margin vs 0.3%. LAD trades at a lower P/E of 12.2x. LAD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
BGSI
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
LAD
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BGSI.
Margin of Safety
+12.0%
Fair Value
$364.07
Current Price
$358.02
$6.05 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 29.9% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 0.8% — below average capital efficiency
0.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.3%
2.2% revenue growth
1.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BGSI
The strongest argument for BGSI centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 29.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LAD
The strongest argument for LAD centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.72 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BGSI
The primary concerns for BGSI are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 194.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LAD
The primary concerns for LAD are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BGSI profiles as a growth stock while LAD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LAD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
BGSI is growing revenue faster at 29.9% — sustainability is the question.
BGSI generates stronger free cash flow (88M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LAD scores higher overall (61/100 vs 47/100). 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.
Boyd Group Services Inc.
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Boyd Group Services Inc., operates non-franchised collision repair centers in North America. The company is headquartered in Winnipeg, Canada.
Visit Website →Lithia Motors Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Lithia Motors, Inc. is an automobile retailer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Medford, Oregon.
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