Floor & Decor Holdings Inc (FND)vsLear Corporation (LEA)
FND
Floor & Decor Holdings Inc
$47.41
-3.05%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $5.77B
LEA
Lear Corporation
$141.50
-1.72%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $7.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lear Corporation generates 403% more annual revenue ($23.52B vs $4.68B). FND leads profitability with a 4.3% profit margin vs 2.3%. LEA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.36. LEA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
FND
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
LEA
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+15.3%
Fair Value
$81.36
Current Price
$47.41
$33.95 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LEA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 124.2% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
4.7% revenue growth
2.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 5.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FND
The strongest argument for FND centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : LEA
The strongest argument for LEA centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FND
The primary concerns for FND are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Thin 4.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LEA
The primary concerns for LEA are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FND carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
LEA is growing revenue faster at 4.7% — sustainability is the question.
FND generates stronger free cash flow (46M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LEA scores higher overall (65/100 vs 40/100). FND offers better value entry with a 15.3% 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.
Visit Website →Lear Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO PARTS · USA
Lear Corporation designs, develops, designs, manufactures, assembles, and supplies automotive seats, electrical distribution systems, and related components for automotive original equipment manufacturers in North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and South America. The company is headquartered in Southfield, Michigan.
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