Lennox International Inc (LII)vsLimbach Holdings Inc (LMB)
LII
Lennox International Inc
$366.04
-1.77%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.31B
LMB
Limbach Holdings Inc
$50.50
+4.53%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $590.88M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lennox International Inc generates 675% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $683.77M). LII leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 4.4%. LII appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. LII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
LII
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
LMB
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 22.9%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.8x book value
3.0% revenue growth
0.1% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LII
The strongest argument for LII centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.99 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LMB
The strongest argument for LMB centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LII
The primary concerns for LII are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LMB
The primary concerns for LMB are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LII profiles as a value stock while LMB is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LMB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
LMB is growing revenue faster at 21.9% — sustainability is the question.
LII generates stronger free cash flow (136M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LII scores higher overall (62/100 vs 53/100). Both earn "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.
Lennox International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Lennox International Inc. designs, manufactures and markets a range of products for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration markets in the United States, Canada and internationally. The company is headquartered in Richardson, Texas.
Limbach Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Limbach Holdings, Inc. is an integrated building systems solutions company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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