Haverty Furniture Companies Inc (HVT)vsSES AI Corp (SES)
HVT
Haverty Furniture Companies Inc
$27.60
+1.06%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $435.06M
SES
SES AI Corp
$0.53
+0.13%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $196.86M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Haverty Furniture Companies Inc generates 3226% more annual revenue ($780.39M vs $23.46M). HVT leads profitability with a 2.9% profit margin vs -289.6%. HVT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
HVT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
SES
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-47.8%
Fair Value
$17.81
Current Price
$27.60
$9.79 premium
Margin of Safety
+89.9%
Fair Value
$18.15
Current Price
$0.53
$17.62 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 100.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 43.8% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -35.8% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HVT
The strongest argument for HVT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.75 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SES
The strongest argument for SES centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 43.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HVT
The primary concerns for HVT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SES
The primary concerns for SES are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HVT profiles as a value stock while SES is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HVT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
SES is growing revenue faster at 43.8% — sustainability is the question.
HVT generates stronger free cash flow (18M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HVT scores higher overall (64/100 vs 31/100). SES offers better value entry with a 89.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
SES AI Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO PARTS · USA
Synthesis Energy Systems, Inc., an energy company, is dedicated to licensing and commercializing SES gasification technology for synthesis gas production in China and internationally. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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