The Home Depot Inc (HD)vsVertiv Holdings Co (VRT)
HD
The Home Depot Inc
$321.65
-2.06%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $331.18B
VRT
Vertiv Holdings Co
$251.07
-0.53%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $103.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Home Depot Inc generates 1510% more annual revenue ($164.68B vs $10.23B). VRT leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 8.6%. VRT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.83. VRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
HD
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
VRT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-232.4%
Fair Value
$96.76
Current Price
$321.65
$224.89 premium
Margin of Safety
-55.7%
Fair Value
$159.59
Current Price
$251.07
$91.48 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 146 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 42 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 21.2%
Revenue surging 22.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 25.0x book value
Revenue declined 3.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.0% earnings growth
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 24.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HD
The strongest argument for HD centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : VRT
The strongest argument for VRT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 22.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HD
The primary concerns for HD are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : VRT
The primary concerns for VRT are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 79.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HD profiles as a value stock while VRT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VRT carries more volatility with a beta of 2.08 — expect wider price swings.
VRT is growing revenue faster at 22.7% — sustainability is the question.
HD generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VRT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 45/100) and 22.7% revenue growth. 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.
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.
Vertiv Holdings Co
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Vertiv Holdings Co designs, manufactures and services critical digital infrastructure technologies and lifecycle services for data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial environments in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
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