Flex Ltd (FLEX)vsLive Nation Entertainment Inc (LYV)
FLEX
Flex Ltd
$142.17
+6.89%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $48.90B
LYV
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
$163.28
-1.49%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $38.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Flex Ltd generates 5% more annual revenue ($26.83B vs $25.61B). FLEX leads profitability with a 3.2% profit margin vs 0.3%. FLEX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. FLEX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
FLEX
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
LYV
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+3.5%
Fair Value
$67.21
Current Price
$142.17
$74.96 discount
Margin of Safety
+12.2%
Fair Value
$172.04
Current Price
$163.28
$8.76 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
16.9% revenue growth
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.2x book value
3.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 140.8x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FLEX
The strongest argument for FLEX centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LYV
The strongest argument for LYV centers on Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 12.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FLEX
The primary concerns for FLEX are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 57.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LYV
The primary concerns for LYV are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FLEX profiles as a growth stock while LYV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FLEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
FLEX is growing revenue faster at 16.9% — sustainability is the question.
LYV generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FLEX scores higher overall (60/100 vs 42/100) and 16.9% revenue growth. 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.
Flex Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Flex Ltd. provides design, engineering, manufacturing and supply chain services and solutions to OEMs in Asia, the Americas and Europe. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
Visit Website →Live Nation Entertainment Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc is an American global entertainment company, founded in 2010, following the merger of Live Nation and Ticketmaster. The company promotes, operates, and manages ticket sales for live entertainment in the United States and internationally. It also owns and operates entertainment venues, and manages the careers of music artists.
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