Escalade Incorporated (ESCA)vsLife Time Group Holdings Inc (LTH)
ESCA
Escalade Incorporated
$19.51
-1.01%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $277.52M
LTH
Life Time Group Holdings Inc
$41.53
+0.07%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $9.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Life Time Group Holdings Inc generates 1205% more annual revenue ($3.18B vs $243.83M). LTH leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 9.5%. ESCA trades at a lower P/E of 12.1x. ESCA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ESCA
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
LTH
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-14.5%
Fair Value
$12.39
Current Price
$19.51
$7.12 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LTH.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 423.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 20.7%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 40.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ESCA
The strongest argument for ESCA centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.05 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LTH
The strongest argument for LTH centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 13.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ESCA
The primary concerns for ESCA are Market Cap.
Bear Case : LTH
The primary concerns for LTH are Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LTH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.48 — expect wider price swings.
LTH is growing revenue faster at 13.7% — sustainability is the question.
ESCA generates stronger free cash flow (8M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ESCA scores higher overall (66/100 vs 61/100). 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.
Escalade Incorporated
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LEISURE · USA
Escalade, Incorporated, manufactures and sells sporting goods in North America, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Evansville, Indiana.
Visit Website →Life Time Group Holdings Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LEISURE · USA
Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. offers health, fitness and wellness experiences to a community of individual members in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Chanhassen, Minnesota.
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