Abbott Laboratories (ABT)vsLowe's Companies Inc (LOW)
ABT
Abbott Laboratories
$104.83
+0.74%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $180.82B
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$236.18
+0.75%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $131.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 95% more annual revenue ($86.29B vs $44.33B). ABT leads profitability with a 14.7% profit margin vs 7.7%. ABT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. ABT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
ABT
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
LOW
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-315.5%
Fair Value
$25.23
Current Price
$104.83
$79.60 premium
Margin of Safety
-193.3%
Fair Value
$80.51
Current Price
$236.18
$155.67 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 10.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABT
The strongest argument for ABT centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : LOW
The strongest argument for LOW centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 10.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ABT
The primary concerns for ABT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LOW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
LOW is growing revenue faster at 10.9% — sustainability is the question.
ABT generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL DEVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ABT scores higher overall (51/100 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.
Abbott Laboratories
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Abbott Laboratories is an American multinational medical devices and health care company with headquarters in Abbott Park, Illinois, United States. The company was founded by Chicago physician Wallace Calvin Abbott in 1888 to formulate known drugs; today, it sells medical devices, diagnostics, branded generic medicines and nutritional products. It split off its research-based pharmaceuticals business into AbbVie in 2013.
Visit Website →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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