Lowe's Companies Inc (LOW)vsInterface Inc (TILE)
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$196.16
+2.67%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $110.43B
TILE
Interface Inc
$34.24
-0.06%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 6177% more annual revenue ($90.43B vs $1.44B). TILE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 7.3%. TILE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. TILE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
TILE
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
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
-67.7%
Fair Value
$20.23
Current Price
$34.24
$14.01 premium
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
Earnings expanding 60.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Weak financial health signals
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 : TILE
The strongest argument for TILE centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.94 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 : TILE
The primary concerns for TILE are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TILE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.92 — 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.
Monitor HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TILE scores higher overall (74/100 vs 50/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Visit Website →Interface Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES & APPLIANCES · USA
Interface, Inc., a modular flooring company, designs, produces and sells modular carpet products primarily in the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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