Live Ventures Inc (LIVE)vsLowe's Companies Inc (LOW)
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$7.88
+1.03%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $23.96M
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$194.14
+0.05%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $110.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 20725% more annual revenue ($90.43B vs $434.25M). LOW leads profitability with a 7.3% profit margin vs -0.6%. LOW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
LIVE
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+85.9%
Fair Value
$138.16
Current Price
$7.88
$130.28 discount
Margin of Safety
-34.3%
Fair Value
$144.62
Current Price
$194.14
$49.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 4.8%
Revenue declined 3.2%
0.0% earnings growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.3% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : LOW
The strongest argument for LOW centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.44 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIVE profiles as a turnaround stock while LOW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LIVE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
LOW is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
LOW generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LOW scores higher overall (50/100 vs 30/100). LIVE offers better value entry with a 85.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Live Ventures Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Live Ventures Incorporated is engaged in flooring manufacturing, steel fabrication and retail businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Lowe's Companies, Inc. is an American retail company specializing in home improvement. Headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, the company operates a chain of retail stores in the United States and Canada.
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