Estee Lauder Companies Inc (EL)vsQnity Electronics, Inc (Q)
EL
Estee Lauder Companies Inc
$86.20
+1.07%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $30.86B
Q
Qnity Electronics, Inc
$143.59
-3.91%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $30.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Estee Lauder Companies Inc generates 212% more annual revenue ($14.83B vs $4.75B). Q leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs -1.7%. EL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.43. Q earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
EL
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
Q
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.7%
Fair Value
$163.80
Current Price
$86.20
$77.60 discount
Margin of Safety
-9.0%
Fair Value
$105.09
Current Price
$143.59
$38.50 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Areas to Watch
4.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -6.0% — below average capital efficiency
ROE of 8.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 52.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EL
PEG of 1.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : Q
The strongest argument for Q centers on Operating Margin.
Bear Case : EL
The primary concerns for EL are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.74 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : Q
The primary concerns for Q are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 43.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EL profiles as a turnaround stock while Q is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
Q is growing revenue faster at 8.1% — sustainability is the question.
Q generates stronger free cash flow (420M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
Q scores higher overall (49/100 vs 38/100). EL offers better value entry with a 35.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Visit Website →Qnity Electronics, Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
IQVIA Holdings Inc. provides integrated information and technology-enabled healthcare services in the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in Durham, North Carolina.
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