Live Ventures Inc (LIVE)vsModine Manufacturing Company (MOD)
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$10.69
-5.62%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $31.64M
MOD
Modine Manufacturing Company
$255.99
-8.20%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $14.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Modine Manufacturing Company generates 627% more annual revenue ($3.18B vs $437.87M). MOD leads profitability with a 3.8% profit margin vs 0.9%. MOD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
LIVE
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
MOD
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+86.4%
Fair Value
$143.16
Current Price
$10.69
$132.47 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MOD.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 47.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 47.4% YoY
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%
Trading at 11.3x book value
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : MOD
The strongest argument for MOD centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 47.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.11 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 : MOD
The primary concerns for MOD are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 121.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIVE profiles as a value stock while MOD is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MOD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.66 — expect wider price swings.
MOD is growing revenue faster at 47.5% — sustainability is the question.
MOD generates stronger free cash flow (125M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MOD scores higher overall (61/100 vs 33/100) and 47.5% revenue growth. LIVE offers better value entry with a 86.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" 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.
Visit Website →Modine Manufacturing Company
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO PARTS · USA
Modine Manufacturing Company provides heat transfer systems and heat transfer components designed for use in on-highway and off-highway original equipment manufacturer (OEM) vehicular applications. The company is headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin.
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