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Floor & Decor Holdings Inc (FND)vsHilton Worldwide Holdings Inc (HLT)

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Smart Verdict

WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc generates 11% more annual revenue ($5.20B vs $4.68B). HLT leads profitability with a 29.7% profit margin vs 4.5%. HLT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.49. HLT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).

FND

Hold

42

out of 100

Grade: D

Growth: 3.3Profit: 5.0Value: 6.7Quality: 6.0
Piotroski: 4/9Altman Z: 2.82

HLT

Strong Buy

66

out of 100

Grade: B-

Growth: 9.3Profit: 7.5Value: 5.0Quality: 3.8
Piotroski: 4/9Altman Z: 0.92
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Intrinsic Value Comparison

Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula

FNDUndervalued (+31.8%)

Margin of Safety

+31.8%

Fair Value

$101.10

Current Price

$48.40

$52.70 discount

UndervaluedFair: $101.10Overvalued

Intrinsic value data unavailable for HLT.

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

FND1 strengths · Avg: 8.0/10
Price/BookValuation
2.2x8/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

HLT5 strengths · Avg: 8.8/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
175.8%10/10

Revenue surging 175.8% year-over-year

Market CapQuality
$71.60B9/10

Large-cap with strong market position

Profit MarginProfitability
29.7%9/10

Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit

Operating MarginProfitability
23.1%8/10

Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%

EPS GrowthGrowth
35.0%8/10

Earnings expanding 35.0% YoY

Areas to Watch

FND4 concerns · Avg: 3.8/10
PEG RatioValuation
2.204/10

Expensive relative to growth rate

P/E RatioValuation
25.7x4/10

Moderate valuation

Revenue GrowthGrowth
2.0%4/10

2.0% revenue growth

Profit MarginProfitability
4.5%3/10

4.5% margin — thin

HLT3 concerns · Avg: 2.3/10
Return on EquityProfitability
0.0%3/10

ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency

P/E RatioValuation
48.1x2/10

Premium valuation, high expectations priced in

Altman Z-ScoreHealth
0.922/10

Distress zone — elevated risk

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : FND

The strongest argument for FND centers on Price/Book.

Bull Case : HLT

The strongest argument for HLT centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.7% and operating margin at 23.1%. Revenue growth of 175.8% demonstrates continued momentum.

Bear Case : FND

The primary concerns for FND are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Thin 4.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.

Bear Case : HLT

The primary concerns for HLT are Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 48.1x leaves little room for execution misses.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

FND profiles as a value stock while HLT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.

FND carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.

HLT is growing revenue faster at 175.8% — sustainability is the question.

HLT generates stronger free cash flow (151M), providing more financial flexibility.

Bottom Line

HLT scores higher overall (66/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 29.7% margins and 175.8% revenue growth. FND offers better value entry with a 31.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.

Floor & Decor Holdings Inc

CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA

Floor & Decor Holdings, Inc. is a multi-channel specialty retailer of hard surface flooring and related accessories. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc

CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LODGING · USA

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc., formerly Hilton Hotels Corporation, is an American multinational hospitality company that manages and franchises a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts.

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