Lifetime Brands Inc (LCUT)vsLowe's Companies Inc (LOW)
LCUT
Lifetime Brands Inc
$9.33
+1.86%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $209.01M
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$210.74
-0.12%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $115.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 13477% more annual revenue ($88.43B vs $651.36M). LOW leads profitability with a 7.5% profit margin vs -4.2%. LCUT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. LCUT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
LCUT
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LCUT.
Margin of Safety
-50.6%
Fair Value
$139.97
Current Price
$210.74
$70.77 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 104.8% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
2.4% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LCUT
The strongest argument for LCUT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LOW
The strongest argument for LOW centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LCUT
The primary concerns for LCUT are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LCUT profiles as a turnaround stock while LOW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LCUT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
LOW is growing revenue faster at 10.3% — sustainability is the question.
LOW generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LCUT scores higher overall (53/100 vs 50/100). 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.
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.
Visit Website →Lowe's Companies Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Lowe's Companies, Inc. is an American retail company specializing in home improvement. Headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, the company operates a chain of retail stores in the United States and Canada.
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