Live Ventures Inc (LIVE)vsMEDIFAST INC (MED)
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$9.06
-5.62%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $28.66M
MED
MEDIFAST INC
$12.23
-1.05%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $134.54M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Live Ventures Inc generates 27% more annual revenue ($437.87M vs $346.10M). LIVE leads profitability with a 0.9% profit margin vs -5.8%. MED earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D).
LIVE
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
MED
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+86.4%
Fair Value
$143.82
Current Price
$9.06
$134.76 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MED.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.9%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -10.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 34.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : MED
The strongest argument for MED centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.97 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.50 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MED
The primary concerns for MED are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIVE profiles as a value stock while MED is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LIVE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
LIVE is growing revenue faster at -3.8% — sustainability is the question.
MED generates stronger free cash flow (-836,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MED scores higher overall (45/100 vs 33/100). LIVE offers better value entry with a 86.4% 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 · PERSONAL SERVICES · USA
Medifast, Inc. manufactures and distributes weight loss, weight management, healthy living products, and other consumable health and nutrition products in the United States and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland.
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