Lee Enterprises Incorporated (LEE)vsScholastic Corporation (SCHL)
LEE
Lee Enterprises Incorporated
$6.40
-2.74%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $140.89M
SCHL
Scholastic Corporation
$38.84
-0.77%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $713.55M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Scholastic Corporation generates 204% more annual revenue ($1.57B vs $517.10M). SCHL leads profitability with a 3.6% profit margin vs -1.8%. SCHL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.09. SCHL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
LEE
Avoid26
out of 100
Grade: F
SCHL
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LEE.
Margin of Safety
+1.8%
Fair Value
$35.95
Current Price
$38.84
$2.89 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -146.2% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.6% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LEE
The strongest argument for LEE centers on Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : SCHL
The strongest argument for SCHL centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : LEE
The primary concerns for LEE are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SCHL
The primary concerns for SCHL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LEE profiles as a turnaround stock while SCHL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCHL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
SCHL is growing revenue faster at -3.9% — sustainability is the question.
LEE generates stronger free cash flow (7M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCHL scores higher overall (43/100 vs 26/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Lee Enterprises Incorporated
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · PUBLISHING · USA
Lee Enterprises, Incorporated provides local news and information and advertising services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Davenport, Iowa.
Scholastic Corporation
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · PUBLISHING · USA
Scholastic Corporation publishes and distributes children's books worldwide. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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