Lowe's Companies Inc (LOW)vsLas Vegas Sands Corp (LVS)
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$196.16
+2.67%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $110.43B
LVS
Las Vegas Sands Corp
$39.70
-1.39%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $25.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 559% more annual revenue ($90.43B vs $13.72B). LVS leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 7.3%. LVS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. LVS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
LVS
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-34.3%
Fair Value
$144.62
Current Price
$196.16
$51.54 premium
Margin of Safety
+38.6%
Fair Value
$93.96
Current Price
$39.70
$54.26 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.1B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 302 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.3% margin — thin
Trading at 44.1x book value
Revenue declined 0.7%
Earnings declined 19.8%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : LVS
The strongest argument for LVS centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LVS
The primary concerns for LVS are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 26.27 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LOW profiles as a value stock while LVS is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
LOW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — 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
LVS scores higher overall (56/100 vs 50/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Lowe's Companies Inc
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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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESORTS & CASINOS · USA
Las Vegas Sands Corporation is an American casino and resort company based in Paradise, Nevada, United States. Its resorts feature accommodations, gambling and entertainment, convention and exhibition facilities, restaurants and clubs, as well as an art and science museum in Singapore.
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