Lowe's Companies Inc (LOW)vsThe Wendy’s Co (WEN)
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$222.48
+0.25%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $123.46B
WEN
The Wendy’s Co
$7.33
-0.59%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 3931% more annual revenue ($88.43B vs $2.19B). LOW leads profitability with a 7.5% profit margin vs 6.8%. WEN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.26. WEN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
WEN
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-58.5%
Fair Value
$140.20
Current Price
$222.48
$82.28 premium
Margin of Safety
+38.4%
Fair Value
$12.80
Current Price
$7.33
$5.47 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 121 in profit
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 11.8x book value
3.3% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.8% margin — thin
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 : WEN
The strongest argument for WEN centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. PEG of 1.26 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 : WEN
The primary concerns for WEN are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 35.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LOW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — 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
WEN scores higher overall (54/100 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.
Visit Website →The Wendy’s Co
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
The Wendy's Company, is a quick service restaurant business. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ohio.
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