Estee Lauder Companies Inc (EL)vsNu Skin Enterprises Inc (NUS)
EL
Estee Lauder Companies Inc
$73.11
+2.28%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $26.45B
NUS
Nu Skin Enterprises Inc
$7.29
+1.82%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $476.78M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Estee Lauder Companies Inc generates 840% more annual revenue ($14.67B vs $1.56B). NUS leads profitability with a 7.0% profit margin vs -1.2%. NUS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. NUS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
EL
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
NUS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for EL.
Margin of Safety
+90.1%
Fair Value
$102.49
Current Price
$7.29
$95.20 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 103.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.3% — below average capital efficiency
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
7.0% margin — thin
Revenue declined 15.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EL
The strongest argument for EL centers on Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : NUS
The strongest argument for NUS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EL
The primary concerns for EL are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.74 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NUS
The primary concerns for NUS are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EL profiles as a turnaround stock while NUS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
EL is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
EL generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NUS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 41/100). 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.
Estee Lauder Companies Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
The Estee Lauder Companies Inc. is an American multinational manufacturer and marketer of prestige skincare, makeup, fragrance and hair care products, based in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. The company owns a diverse portfolio of brands, distributed internationally through both digital commerce and retail channels.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. develops and distributes wellness and personal care products globally. The company is headquartered in Provo, Utah.
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