Columbia Sportswear Company (COLM)vsKontoor Brands Inc (KTB)
COLM
Columbia Sportswear Company
$64.22
-1.03%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.43B
KTB
Kontoor Brands Inc
$70.07
+2.07%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $4.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Columbia Sportswear Company generates 2% more annual revenue ($3.40B vs $3.34B). KTB leads profitability with a 8.3% profit margin vs 5.0%. KTB trades at a lower P/E of 15.9x. KTB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
COLM
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
KTB
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.6%
Fair Value
$96.56
Current Price
$64.22
$32.34 discount
Margin of Safety
-37.1%
Fair Value
$49.14
Current Price
$70.07
$20.93 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Revenue surging 45.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 116.6% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.1% revenue growth
5.0% margin — thin
Earnings declined 13.3%
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COLM
The strongest argument for COLM centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : KTB
The strongest argument for KTB centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 45.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COLM
The primary concerns for COLM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 5.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : KTB
The primary concerns for KTB are Piotroski F-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.06 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COLM profiles as a value stock while KTB is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
COLM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
KTB is growing revenue faster at 45.0% — sustainability is the question.
KTB generates stronger free cash flow (40M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KTB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 44/100) and 45.0% revenue growth. COLM offers better value entry with a 35.6% margin of safety. 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.
Columbia Sportswear Company
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
Columbia Sportswear Company designs, supplies, markets and distributes clothing, footwear, accessories and equipment for outdoor, active and day-to-day activities in the United States, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Canada. The company is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.
Kontoor Brands Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
Kontoor Brands, Inc., a lifestyle apparel company, designs, manufactures, acquires, markets and distributes apparel under the Wrangler and Lee brands in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina.
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