Lennox International Inc (LII)vsSPX Corp (SPXC)
LII
Lennox International Inc
$481.68
+0.99%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $16.73B
SPXC
SPX Corp
$201.27
+0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lennox International Inc generates 129% more annual revenue ($5.20B vs $2.27B). LII leads profitability with a 15.5% profit margin vs 10.8%. SPXC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. SPXC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
LII
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SPXC
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-259.6%
Fair Value
$155.04
Current Price
$481.68
$326.64 premium
Margin of Safety
+1.4%
Fair Value
$236.81
Current Price
$201.27
$35.54 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
19.4% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 27.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 14.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.2%
Earnings declined 17.9%
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 15.5% and operating margin at 19.8%. PEG of 1.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SPXC
The strongest argument for SPXC centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 19.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LII
The primary concerns for LII are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SPXC
The primary concerns for SPXC are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LII profiles as a declining stock while SPXC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPXC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
SPXC is growing revenue faster at 19.4% — sustainability is the question.
LII generates stronger free cash flow (377M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SPXC scores higher overall (61/100 vs 56/100) and 19.4% revenue growth. 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.
SPX Corp
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
SPX Corporation supplies infrastructure equipment for the heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC), sensing and measurement, power transmission and generation, and industrial markets in the United States, China, South Africa, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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