Live Ventures Inc (LIVE)vsMEDIFAST INC (MED)
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$8.08
-1.46%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $26.94M
MED
MEDIFAST INC
$12.04
-0.08%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $141.66M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Live Ventures Inc generates 37% more annual revenue ($434.25M vs $316.93M). LIVE leads profitability with a -0.6% profit margin vs -8.1%. MED earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D).
LIVE
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
MED
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+85.9%
Fair Value
$138.16
Current Price
$8.08
$130.08 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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
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%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -10.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 27.6%
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, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. 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, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.44 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MED
The primary concerns for MED are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIVE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
LIVE is growing revenue faster at -3.2% — sustainability is the question.
LIVE generates stronger free cash flow (5M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MED scores higher overall (45/100 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 · 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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