Carlisle Companies Incorporated (CSL)vsLennox International Inc (LII)
CSL
Carlisle Companies Incorporated
$328.55
+3.37%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.62B
LII
Lennox International Inc
$371.68
+2.21%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lennox International Inc generates 4% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $5.10B). LII leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 14.2%. CSL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. CSL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
CSL
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
LII
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 22.9%
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 22.9%
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.1x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 9.9x book value
3.0% revenue growth
0.1% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSL
The strongest argument for CSL centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.87 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LII
The strongest argument for LII centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.91 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CSL
The primary concerns for CSL are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.78 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LII
The primary concerns for LII are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LII carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
CSL is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
CSL generates stronger free cash flow (200M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CSL scores higher overall (66/100 vs 62/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Carlisle Companies Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Carlisle Companies Incorporated is a diversified manufacturer of engineered products in the United States, Europe, Asia, Canada, Mexico, the Middle East, Africa, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Lennox International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Lennox International Inc. designs, manufactures and markets a range of products for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration markets in the United States, Canada and internationally. The company is headquartered in Richardson, Texas.
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