The Home Depot Inc (HD)vsHNI Corp (HNI)
HD
The Home Depot Inc
$308.74
+1.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $304.98B
HNI
HNI Corp
$46.87
+1.23%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Home Depot Inc generates 3752% more annual revenue ($169.18B vs $4.39B). HD leads profitability with a 8.4% profit margin vs 0.1%. HNI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.51. HNI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
HD
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
HNI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-41.8%
Fair Value
$217.78
Current Price
$308.74
$90.96 premium
Margin of Safety
+7.8%
Fair Value
$56.12
Current Price
$46.87
$9.25 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 86 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 120.7% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 18.5x book value
4.6% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 0.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 31.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HD
The strongest argument for HD centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : HNI
The strongest argument for HNI centers on Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 120.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.51 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HD
The primary concerns for HD are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HNI
The primary concerns for HNI are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 0.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HD profiles as a value stock while HNI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
HNI is growing revenue faster at 120.7% — sustainability is the question.
HD generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HNI scores higher overall (60/100 vs 58/100) and 120.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "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.
The Home Depot Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
The Home Depot, Inc., commonly known as Home Depot, is the largest home improvement retailer in the United States, supplying tools, construction products, and services. The company is headquartered in incorporated Cobb County, Georgia, with an Atlanta mailing address.
HNI Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES & APPLIANCES · USA
HNI Corporation manufactures and sells workplace furniture and residential construction products in the United States, Canada, China, Hong Kong, India, Mexico, Dubai, Taiwan, and Singapore. The company is headquartered in Muscatine, Iowa.
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