Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsLive Ventures Inc (LIVE)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$39.00
+1.58%
ENERGY · Cap: $81.20B
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$13.51
+7.91%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $39.93M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 11800% more annual revenue ($52.60B vs $441.98M). EPD leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs 5.0%. LIVE trades at a lower P/E of 2.7x. EPD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
EPD
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
LIVE
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.0%
Fair Value
$25.32
Current Price
$38.99
$13.67 premium
Margin of Safety
+39.6%
Fair Value
$32.30
Current Price
$13.51
$18.79 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
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.7% earnings growth
Revenue declined 2.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a declining stock while LIVE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LIVE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
LIVE is growing revenue faster at -2.7% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
EPD scores higher overall (50/100 vs 44/100). LIVE offers better value entry with a 39.6% 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.
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.
Live Ventures Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Live Ventures Incorporated is engaged in flooring manufacturing, steel fabrication and retail businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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