Lennox International Inc (LII)vsTrane Technologies plc (TT)
LII
Lennox International Inc
$536.04
-1.86%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $17.82B
TT
Trane Technologies plc
$463.76
-3.51%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $104.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Trane Technologies plc generates 311% more annual revenue ($21.60B vs $5.26B). LII leads profitability with a 15.1% profit margin vs 13.4%. LII appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.48. LII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
LII
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
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 34 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.4x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 7.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.9x book value
Earnings declined 2.1%
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%. PEG of 1.48 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TT
The strongest argument for TT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : LII
The primary concerns for LII are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.61 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TT
The primary concerns for TT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LII profiles as a mature stock while TT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
TT is growing revenue faster at 6.0% — sustainability is the question.
TT generates stronger free cash flow (542M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LII scores higher overall (58/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 15.1% margins. 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.
Trane Technologies plc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Trane Technologies plc is an American Irish domiciled diversified industrial manufacturing company. It is headquartered near Dublin, Ireland.
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