Haverty Furniture Companies Inc (HVT-A)vsToll Brothers Inc (TOL)
HVT-A
Haverty Furniture Companies Inc
$30.28
+4.42%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $452.21M
TOL
Toll Brothers Inc
$149.32
-2.68%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $13.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Toll Brothers Inc generates 1279% more annual revenue ($10.76B vs $780.39M). TOL leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs 2.9%. HVT-A appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. TOL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
HVT-A
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
TOL
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+64.5%
Fair Value
$82.13
Current Price
$30.28
$51.85 discount
Margin of Safety
-45.7%
Fair Value
$96.03
Current Price
$149.32
$53.29 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 100.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.4%
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 9.7%
Earnings declined 20.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HVT-A
The strongest argument for HVT-A centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TOL
The strongest argument for TOL centers on P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.91 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HVT-A
The primary concerns for HVT-A are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TOL
The primary concerns for TOL are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HVT-A profiles as a value stock while TOL is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
TOL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
HVT-A is growing revenue faster at 7.7% — sustainability is the question.
TOL generates stronger free cash flow (220M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HVT-A scores higher overall (59/100 vs 59/100). 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.
Haverty Furniture Companies Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Haverty Furniture Companies, Inc. is a specialty retailer of residential furniture and accessories in the United States. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Toll Brothers Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION · USA
Toll Brothers, Inc. designs, builds, markets, sells and manages the financing of a variety of detached and attached homes in luxury residential communities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania.
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