Columbia Sportswear Company (COLM)vsKontoor Brands Inc (KTB)
COLM
Columbia Sportswear Company
$55.37
-0.29%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.99B
KTB
Kontoor Brands Inc
$69.51
-2.33%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Columbia Sportswear Company generates 8% more annual revenue ($3.40B vs $3.15B). KTB leads profitability with a 7.2% profit margin vs 5.2%. COLM trades at a lower P/E of 17.0x. KTB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
COLM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
KTB
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-179.6%
Fair Value
$22.24
Current Price
$55.37
$33.13 premium
Margin of Safety
+45.1%
Fair Value
$122.80
Current Price
$69.51
$53.29 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Revenue surging 45.6% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.2% margin — thin
Revenue declined 2.4%
Earnings declined 4.3%
7.2% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COLM
The strongest argument for COLM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : KTB
The strongest argument for KTB centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 45.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COLM
The primary concerns for COLM are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : KTB
The primary concerns for KTB are Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COLM profiles as a value stock while KTB is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KTB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
KTB is growing revenue faster at 45.6% — sustainability is the question.
COLM generates stronger free cash flow (597M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KTB scores higher overall (61/100 vs 51/100) and 45.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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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