Lennox International Inc (LII)vsMadison Air Solutions Corporation (MAIR)
LII
Lennox International Inc
$430.64
-20.85%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $18.93B
MAIR
Madison Air Solutions Corporation
$31.55
-2.08%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $17.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lennox International Inc generates 47% more annual revenue ($5.26B vs $3.57B). LII leads profitability with a 15.1% profit margin vs 2.6%. LII trades at a lower P/E of 24.1x. LII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
LII
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
MAIR
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 65 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 277 in profit
Revenue surging 33.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 12.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
0.0% earnings growth
2.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LII
The strongest argument for LII centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.1% and operating margin at 14.3%.
Bull Case : MAIR
The strongest argument for MAIR centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 33.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LII
The primary concerns for LII are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.61 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MAIR
The primary concerns for MAIR are EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 98.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 510.88 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LII profiles as a mature stock while MAIR is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MAIR is growing revenue faster at 33.8% — sustainability is the question.
MAIR generates stronger free cash flow (50M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LII scores higher overall (56/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 15.1% margins. 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.
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.
Madison Air Solutions Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Madison Air Solutions Corporation (MAIR) operates at the forefront of the HVAC industry, offering state-of-the-art air handling and ventilation systems tailored for both residential and commercial applications. Committed to delivering high-efficiency air quality solutions, the company emphasizes energy conservation and indoor environmental enhancement, aligning with global sustainability initiatives. With a diverse portfolio of innovative products and strategic alliances, Madison Air is well-positioned for robust growth in response to the rising demand for eco-friendly HVAC solutions. As the market landscape evolves, MAIR is strategically poised to harness its technological expertise and solid market presence to seize emerging opportunities.
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