Legacy Housing Corp (LEGH)vsPulteGroup Inc (PHM)
LEGH
Legacy Housing Corp
$27.67
+0.65%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $663.27M
PHM
PulteGroup Inc
$118.26
+1.59%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $22.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PulteGroup Inc generates 9043% more annual revenue ($16.41B vs $179.45M). LEGH leads profitability with a 28.6% profit margin vs 11.6%. LEGH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.61. LEGH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
LEGH
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
PHM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-55.6%
Fair Value
$13.91
Current Price
$27.67
$13.76 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PHM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 39.9%
Revenue surging 32.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 64.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 9.6%
Earnings declined 18.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LEGH
The strongest argument for LEGH centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.6% and operating margin at 39.9%. Revenue growth of 32.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PHM
The strongest argument for PHM centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.04 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LEGH
The primary concerns for LEGH are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PHM
The primary concerns for PHM are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LEGH profiles as a growth stock while PHM is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
PHM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
LEGH is growing revenue faster at 32.3% — sustainability is the question.
LEGH generates stronger free cash flow (12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LEGH scores higher overall (79/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 28.6% margins and 32.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Legacy Housing Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION · USA
Legacy Housing Corporation builds, sells, and finances manufactured homes and tiny homes primarily in the southern United States. The company is headquartered in Bedford, Texas.
PulteGroup Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION · USA
PulteGroup, Inc. (previously known as Pulte Homes) is a home construction company based in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.
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