Floor & Decor Holdings Inc (FND)vsLive Ventures Inc (LIVE)
FND
Floor & Decor Holdings Inc
$45.97
-0.30%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $5.35B
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$7.88
+1.03%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $23.96M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Floor & Decor Holdings Inc generates 985% more annual revenue ($4.71B vs $434.25M). FND leads profitability with a 4.9% profit margin vs -0.6%. FND earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
FND
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
LIVE
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+14.8%
Fair Value
$80.92
Current Price
$45.97
$34.95 discount
Margin of Safety
+85.9%
Fair Value
$138.16
Current Price
$7.88
$130.28 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 53.4% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.0% revenue growth
4.9% margin — thin
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 4.8%
Revenue declined 3.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FND
The strongest argument for FND centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : FND
The primary concerns for FND are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 4.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.44 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FND profiles as a value stock while LIVE is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
FND carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
FND is growing revenue faster at 3.0% — sustainability is the question.
FND generates stronger free cash flow (96M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FND scores higher overall (53/100 vs 30/100). LIVE offers better value entry with a 85.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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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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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