Lowe's Companies Inc (LOW)vsViomi Technology ADR (VIOT)
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$210.74
-0.12%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $115.86B
VIOT
Viomi Technology ADR
$0.94
+0.01%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $63.01M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 3542% more annual revenue ($88.43B vs $2.43B). LOW leads profitability with a 7.5% profit margin vs 5.8%. VIOT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.53. LOW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
VIOT
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-50.6%
Fair Value
$139.97
Current Price
$210.74
$70.77 premium
Margin of Safety
+57.8%
Fair Value
$3.29
Current Price
$0.94
$2.35 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 2.8B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
5.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.0%
Revenue declined 25.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LOW
The strongest argument for LOW centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VIOT
The strongest argument for VIOT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.53 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : VIOT
The primary concerns for VIOT are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LOW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — 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
LOW scores higher overall (50/100 vs 48/100) and 10.3% revenue growth. VIOT offers better value entry with a 57.8% margin of safety. 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 →Viomi Technology ADR
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES & APPLIANCES · China
Viomi Technology Co., Ltd, develops and sells Internet of Things (IoT-enabled) smart home products in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Guangzhou, China.
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