Lowe's Companies Inc (LOW)vsMelco Resorts & Entertainment Ltd (MLCO)
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$192.43
-0.88%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $110.43B
MLCO
Melco Resorts & Entertainment Ltd
$4.64
-0.85%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 1632% more annual revenue ($90.43B vs $5.22B). LOW leads profitability with a 7.3% profit margin vs 4.5%. MLCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.39. LOW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
MLCO
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-34.3%
Fair Value
$144.62
Current Price
$192.43
$47.81 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MLCO.
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 35.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.3% margin — thin
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.5% margin — thin
ROE of -2157.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 5.7%
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 : MLCO
The strongest argument for MLCO centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.39 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 : MLCO
The primary concerns for MLCO are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Thin 4.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
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.
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Bottom Line
LOW scores higher overall (50/100 vs 48/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Visit Website →Melco Resorts & Entertainment Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESORTS & CASINOS · USA
Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited develops, owns and operates casino gaming facilities and resorts in Asia and Europe.
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