G-III Apparel Group Ltd (GIII)vsKontoor Brands Inc (KTB)
GIII
G-III Apparel Group Ltd
$34.06
+5.21%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.49B
KTB
Kontoor Brands Inc
$79.90
+2.07%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $4.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kontoor Brands Inc generates 15% more annual revenue ($3.34B vs $2.91B). KTB leads profitability with a 8.3% profit margin vs 4.3%. GIII trades at a lower P/E of 12.4x. KTB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
GIII
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
KTB
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.5%
Fair Value
$60.89
Current Price
$34.06
$26.83 discount
Margin of Safety
-37.0%
Fair Value
$49.19
Current Price
$79.90
$30.71 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 782.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Revenue surging 45.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 116.6% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.9% — below average capital efficiency
4.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GIII
The strongest argument for GIII centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KTB
The strongest argument for KTB centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 45.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GIII
The primary concerns for GIII are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : KTB
The primary concerns for KTB are Piotroski F-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.06 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GIII profiles as a value stock while KTB is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GIII carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
KTB is growing revenue faster at 45.0% — sustainability is the question.
KTB generates stronger free cash flow (40M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GIII scores higher overall (65/100 vs 65/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
G-III Apparel Group Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. designs, supplies, and markets men's and women's apparel in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Kontoor Brands Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
Kontoor Brands, Inc., a lifestyle apparel company, designs, manufactures, acquires, markets and distributes apparel under the Wrangler and Lee brands in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina.
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