Floor & Decor Holdings Inc (FND)vsS&P Global Inc (SPGI)
FND
Floor & Decor Holdings Inc
$51.73
+0.41%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $5.51B
SPGI
S&P Global Inc
$420.12
-2.00%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $126.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
S&P Global Inc generates 236% more annual revenue ($15.73B vs $4.68B). SPGI leads profitability with a 30.4% profit margin vs 4.3%. SPGI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.49. SPGI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
FND
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
SPGI
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+31.0%
Fair Value
$99.91
Current Price
$51.73
$48.18 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SPGI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 32.5% YoY
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FND
The strongest argument for FND centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SPGI
The strongest argument for SPGI centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.4% and operating margin at 44.3%. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : SPGI
The primary concerns for SPGI are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FND profiles as a value stock while SPGI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
FND carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
SPGI is growing revenue faster at 10.4% — sustainability is the question.
SPGI generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SPGI scores higher overall (71/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 30.4% margins and 10.4% revenue growth. FND offers better value entry with a 31.0% 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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FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
S&P Global Inc. is an American publicly traded corporation headquartered in Manhattan, New York City. Its primary areas of business are financial information and analytics.
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