Kenon Holdings (KEN)vsLithia Motors Inc (LAD)
KEN
Kenon Holdings
$88.89
+2.95%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.50B
LAD
Lithia Motors Inc
$293.99
+0.99%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $6.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lithia Motors Inc generates 4227% more annual revenue ($37.73B vs $871.93M). KEN leads profitability with a 7.6% profit margin vs 1.9%. LAD trades at a lower P/E of 10.2x. LAD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
KEN
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
LAD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.5%
Fair Value
$54.68
Current Price
$88.89
$34.21 premium
Margin of Safety
+53.9%
Fair Value
$694.31
Current Price
$293.99
$400.32 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 43.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.1% — below average capital efficiency
7.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 93.7%
1.0% revenue growth
1.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEN
The strongest argument for KEN centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 43.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LAD
The strongest argument for LAD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.64 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KEN
The primary concerns for KEN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 68.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : LAD
The primary concerns for LAD are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEN profiles as a hypergrowth stock while LAD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LAD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
KEN is growing revenue faster at 43.1% — sustainability is the question.
KEN generates stronger free cash flow (53M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LAD scores higher overall (55/100 vs 40/100). Both earn "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.
Kenon Holdings
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Kenon Holdings Ltd., is the owner, developer and operator of power generation facilities in Israel and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Lithia Motors, Inc. is an automobile retailer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Medford, Oregon.
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