Lowe's Companies Inc (LOW)vsMonro Muffler Brake Inc (MNRO)
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$210.74
+2.27%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $123.46B
MNRO
Monro Muffler Brake Inc
$15.57
-1.27%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $440.77M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 7542% more annual revenue ($88.43B vs $1.16B). LOW leads profitability with a 7.5% profit margin vs 0.2%. LOW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.44. MNRO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
MNRO
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-58.5%
Fair Value
$140.20
Current Price
$210.74
$70.54 premium
Margin of Safety
+57.4%
Fair Value
$54.33
Current Price
$15.57
$38.76 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 161.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.4% — below average capital efficiency
0.2% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LOW
The strongest argument for LOW centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MNRO
The strongest argument for MNRO centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : MNRO
The primary concerns for MNRO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 489.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MNRO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
LOW is growing revenue faster at 10.3% — sustainability is the question.
LOW generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MNRO scores higher overall (53/100 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 · AUTO PARTS · USA
Monro, Inc. provides auto underbody repair and tire sales and services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Rochester, New York.
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