HNI Corp (HNI)vsLifetime Brands Inc (LCUT)
HNI
HNI Corp
$46.87
+1.23%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.41B
LCUT
Lifetime Brands Inc
$8.58
+2.14%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $202.53M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HNI Corp generates 564% more annual revenue ($4.39B vs $661.06M). LCUT leads profitability with a 4.8% profit margin vs 0.1%. HNI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.51. LCUT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
HNI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
LCUT
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.8%
Fair Value
$56.12
Current Price
$46.87
$9.25 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LCUT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 120.7% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 104.8% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 31.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : LCUT
The strongest argument for LCUT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.64 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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.
Bear Case : LCUT
The primary concerns for LCUT are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HNI profiles as a hypergrowth stock while LCUT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LCUT 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.
LCUT generates stronger free cash flow (11M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LCUT scores higher overall (68/100 vs 60/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Lifetime Brands Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES & APPLIANCES · USA
Lifetime Brands, Inc. designs, sources, and sells brand-name cookware, dinnerware, and other products for use in the home in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Garden City, New York.
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