Lowe's Companies Inc (LOW)vsWyndham Hotels & Resorts Inc (WH)
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$238.79
+2.27%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $130.77B
WH
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Inc
$84.09
-1.60%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $6.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 5938% more annual revenue ($86.29B vs $1.43B). WH leads profitability with a 13.5% profit margin vs 7.7%. WH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. WH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
LOW
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
WH
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-42.8%
Fair Value
$167.23
Current Price
$238.79
$71.56 premium
Margin of Safety
-37.5%
Fair Value
$57.83
Current Price
$84.09
$26.26 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.7% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 11.0%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 2.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LOW
The strongest argument for LOW centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 10.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WH
The strongest argument for WH centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.66 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WH
The primary concerns for WH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LOW profiles as a value stock while WH is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
LOW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
LOW is growing revenue faster at 10.9% — sustainability is the question.
LOW generates stronger free cash flow (964M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WH scores higher overall (56/100 vs 44/100). 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 →Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LODGING · USA
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is a global hotel franchisor. The company is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey.
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