Burlington Stores Inc (BURL)vsLive Ventures Inc (LIVE)
BURL
Burlington Stores Inc
$317.05
-1.53%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $21.30B
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$9.06
-5.62%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $28.66M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Burlington Stores Inc generates 2620% more annual revenue ($11.91B vs $437.87M). BURL leads profitability with a 5.2% profit margin vs 0.9%. BURL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BURL
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LIVE
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-27.9%
Fair Value
$239.08
Current Price
$317.05
$77.97 premium
Margin of Safety
+86.4%
Fair Value
$143.82
Current Price
$9.06
$134.76 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.7x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
5.2% margin — thin
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BURL
The strongest argument for BURL centers on Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 14.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : BURL
The primary concerns for BURL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.20 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.50 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BURL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
BURL is growing revenue faster at 14.1% — sustainability is the question.
LIVE generates stronger free cash flow (-4M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor APPAREL RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BURL scores higher overall (59/100 vs 33/100) and 14.1% revenue growth. LIVE offers better value entry with a 86.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Burlington Stores Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
Burlington Stores, Inc. is a branded apparel retailer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Burlington, New Jersey.
Live Ventures Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Live Ventures Incorporated is engaged in flooring manufacturing, steel fabrication and retail businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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