Copart Inc (CPRT)vsLegalZoom.com Inc (LZ)
CPRT
Copart Inc
$28.96
+0.14%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $25.82B
LZ
LegalZoom.com Inc
$6.61
+0.46%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Copart Inc generates 489% more annual revenue ($4.67B vs $792.49M). CPRT leads profitability with a 31.8% profit margin vs 2.1%. CPRT trades at a lower P/E of 18.0x. CPRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
CPRT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
LZ
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+76.1%
Fair Value
$165.55
Current Price
$28.96
$136.59 discount
Margin of Safety
+25.6%
Fair Value
$9.56
Current Price
$6.61
$2.95 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.0%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
2.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 15.0%
Trading at 8.7x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
2.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CPRT
The strongest argument for CPRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.8% and operating margin at 32.0%.
Bull Case : LZ
The strongest argument for LZ centers on Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : CPRT
The primary concerns for CPRT are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : LZ
The primary concerns for LZ are Price/Book, Market Cap, Profit Margin. A P/E of 68.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
LZ is growing revenue faster at 6.6% — sustainability is the question.
CPRT generates stronger free cash flow (279M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CPRT scores higher overall (60/100 vs 37/100), backed by strong 31.8% margins. LZ offers better value entry with a 25.6% margin of safety. 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.
Copart Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Copart, Inc. or simply Copart is a global provider of online vehicle auction and remarketing services to automotive resellers such as insurance, rental car, fleet and finance companies in 11 countries: the US, Canada, the UK, Germany, Ireland, Brazil, Spain, Dubai, Bahrain, Oman and Finland.
LegalZoom.com Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
LegalZoom.com, Inc. operates an online platform for legal and compliance solutions in the United States. The company is headquartered in Glendale, California.
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