Lennox International Inc (LII)vsTrade Desk Inc (TTD)
LII
Lennox International Inc
$508.43
-1.86%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $17.82B
TTD
Trade Desk Inc
$19.95
-5.14%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $9.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lennox International Inc generates 77% more annual revenue ($5.26B vs $2.97B). LII leads profitability with a 15.1% profit margin vs 14.6%. TTD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. LII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
LII
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TTD
Buy56
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Trading at 14.6x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 7.7%
Earnings declined 20.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : TTD
The strongest argument for TTD centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.92 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : TTD
The primary concerns for TTD are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LII profiles as a mature stock while TTD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LII carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
TTD is growing revenue faster at 11.8% — sustainability is the question.
TTD generates stronger free cash flow (279M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LII scores higher overall (58/100 vs 56/100), 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.
Trade Desk Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Trade Desk, Inc. is a technology company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ventura, California.
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