Lennox International Inc (LII)vsValmont Industries Inc (VMI)
LII
Lennox International Inc
$541.37
+3.67%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $18.32B
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$522.81
+0.89%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lennox International Inc generates 26% more annual revenue ($5.26B vs $4.16B). LII leads profitability with a 15.1% profit margin vs 8.9%. LII appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. VMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
LII
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
VMI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-50.6%
Fair Value
$370.16
Current Price
$541.37
$171.21 premium
Margin of Safety
-72.3%
Fair Value
$277.40
Current Price
$522.81
$245.41 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 77 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 16.2x book value
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 0.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
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 14.4%.
Bull Case : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LII
The primary concerns for LII are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VMI
The primary concerns for VMI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LII profiles as a mature stock while VMI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
VMI is growing revenue faster at 6.2% — sustainability is the question.
VMI generates stronger free cash flow (69M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VMI scores higher overall (60/100 vs 56/100). 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.
Valmont Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Valmont Industries, Inc. produces and sells metal products manufactured in the United States, Australia, Denmark, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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