Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsLithia Motors Inc (LAD)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$37.19
-1.43%
ENERGY · Cap: $81.56B
LAD
Lithia Motors Inc
$293.99
+0.99%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $6.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 37% more annual revenue ($51.56B vs $37.73B). EPD leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs 1.9%. LAD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.64. LAD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
EPD
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
LAD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+37.5%
Fair Value
$56.69
Current Price
$37.19
$19.50 discount
Margin of Safety
+53.9%
Fair Value
$694.31
Current Price
$293.99
$400.32 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 6.7%
1.0% revenue growth
1.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : LAD
The strongest argument for LAD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.64 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : LAD
The primary concerns for LAD are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a declining stock while LAD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LAD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
LAD is growing revenue faster at 1.0% — sustainability is the question.
EPD generates stronger free cash flow (486M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LAD scores higher overall (55/100 vs 52/100). EPD offers better value entry with a 37.5% margin of safety. 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.
Enterprise Products Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Enterprise Products Partners LP provides midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGL), crude oil, petrochemicals, and refined products. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Lithia Motors Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Lithia Motors, Inc. is an automobile retailer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Medford, Oregon.
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